How many syllables in “osteomalacias”?
syllables in "osteomalacias"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · steo · ma · la · cias
Letters
13
o · s · t · e · o · m · a · l · a · c · i · a · s
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “osteomalacias”
The word “osteomalacias” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · steo · ma · la · cias. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "osteomalacias" have?
"osteomalacias" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "osteomalacias" into syllables?
"osteomalacias" is divided into syllables as: o · steo · ma · la · cias.
What is the Scrabble score for "osteomalacias"?
The Scrabble score for "osteomalacias" is 17 points.
Using “osteomalacias” in writing
"osteomalacias" (o · steo · ma · la · cias) 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, “osteomalacias” 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.