How many syllables in “ovariotomies”?
syllables in "ovariotomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · va · rio · to · mies
Letters
12
o · v · a · r · i · o · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ovariotomies”
The word “ovariotomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · va · rio · to · mies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ovariotomies" have?
"ovariotomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ovariotomies" into syllables?
"ovariotomies" is divided into syllables as: o · va · rio · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "ovariotomies"?
The Scrabble score for "ovariotomies" is 17 points.
Using “ovariotomies” in writing
"ovariotomies" (o · va · rio · to · mies) 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, “ovariotomies” 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.