How many syllables in “optoelectronic”?
syllables in "optoelectronic"
Word details
Syllables
5
op · toe · lec · tro · nic
Letters
14
o · p · t · o · e · l · e · c · t · r · o · n · i · c
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “optoelectronic”
The word “optoelectronic” contains 5 syllables, divided as op · toe · lec · tro · nic. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "optoelectronic" have?
"optoelectronic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "optoelectronic" into syllables?
"optoelectronic" is divided into syllables as: op · toe · lec · tro · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "optoelectronic"?
The Scrabble score for "optoelectronic" is 20 points.
Using “optoelectronic” in writing
"optoelectronic" (op · toe · lec · tro · nic) 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, “optoelectronic” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.