How many syllables in “ovipositor”?
syllables in "ovipositor"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · vi · po · si · tor
Letters
10
o · v · i · p · o · s · i · t · o · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “ovipositor”
The word “ovipositor” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · vi · po · si · tor. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ovipositor" have?
"ovipositor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ovipositor" into syllables?
"ovipositor" is divided into syllables as: o · vi · po · si · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "ovipositor"?
The Scrabble score for "ovipositor" is 15 points.
Using “ovipositor” in writing
"ovipositor" (o · vi · po · si · tor) 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, “ovipositor” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.