How many syllables in “optimality”?
syllables in "optimality"
Word details
Syllables
5
op · ti · ma · li · ty
Letters
10
o · p · t · i · m · a · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “optimality”
The word “optimality” contains 5 syllables, divided as op · ti · ma · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "optimality" have?
"optimality" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "optimality" into syllables?
"optimality" is divided into syllables as: op · ti · ma · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "optimality"?
The Scrabble score for "optimality" is 17 points.
Using “optimality” in writing
"optimality" (op · ti · ma · li · ty) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “optimality” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.