How many syllables in “oxalacetate”?
syllables in "oxalacetate"
Word details
Syllables
5
oxa · lac · eta · te
Letters
11
o · x · a · l · a · c · e · t · a · t · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “oxalacetate”
The word “oxalacetate” contains 5 syllables, divided as oxa · lac · eta · te. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxalacetate" have?
"oxalacetate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oxalacetate" into syllables?
"oxalacetate" is divided into syllables as: oxa · lac · eta · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxalacetate"?
The Scrabble score for "oxalacetate" is 20 points.
Using “oxalacetate” in writing
"oxalacetate" (oxa · lac · eta · te) 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, “oxalacetate” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.