How many syllables in “osteomalacia”?
syllables in "osteomalacia"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · steo · ma · la · cia
Letters
12
o · s · t · e · o · m · a · l · a · c · i · a
Scrabble
16
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About the word “osteomalacia”
The word “osteomalacia” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · steo · ma · la · cia. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "osteomalacia" have?
"osteomalacia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "osteomalacia" into syllables?
"osteomalacia" is divided into syllables as: o · steo · ma · la · cia.
What is the Scrabble score for "osteomalacia"?
The Scrabble score for "osteomalacia" is 16 points.
Using “osteomalacia” in writing
"osteomalacia" (o · steo · ma · la · cia) 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, “osteomalacia” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.