How many syllables in “ossification”?
syllables in "ossification"
Word details
Syllables
5
oss · ifi · cat · ion
Letters
12
o · s · s · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “ossification”
The word “ossification” contains 5 syllables, divided as oss · ifi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ossification" have?
"ossification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ossification" into syllables?
"ossification" is divided into syllables as: oss · ifi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "ossification"?
The Scrabble score for "ossification" is 17 points.
Using “ossification” in writing
"ossification" (oss · ifi · cat · ion) 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, “ossification” 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.