How many syllables in “oviposition”?
syllables in "oviposition"
Word details
Syllables
5
ovi · pos · iti · on
Letters
11
o · v · i · p · o · s · i · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “oviposition”
The word “oviposition” contains 5 syllables, divided as ovi · pos · iti · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oviposition" have?
"oviposition" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oviposition" into syllables?
"oviposition" is divided into syllables as: ovi · pos · iti · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "oviposition"?
The Scrabble score for "oviposition" is 16 points.
Using “oviposition” in writing
"oviposition" (ovi · pos · iti · on) 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, “oviposition” 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.