How many syllables in “oviposited”?
syllables in "oviposited"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · vi · po · si · ted
Letters
10
o · v · i · p · o · s · i · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “oviposited”
The word “oviposited” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · vi · po · si · ted. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oviposited" have?
"oviposited" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oviposited" into syllables?
"oviposited" is divided into syllables as: o · vi · po · si · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "oviposited"?
The Scrabble score for "oviposited" is 16 points.
Using “oviposited” in writing
"oviposited" (o · vi · po · si · ted) 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, “oviposited” 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.