How many syllables in “oxygenation”?
syllables in "oxygenation"
Word details
Syllables
5
oxy · gen · ati · on
Letters
11
o · x · y · g · e · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
22
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About the word “oxygenation”
The word “oxygenation” contains 5 syllables, divided as oxy · gen · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxygenation" have?
"oxygenation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oxygenation" into syllables?
"oxygenation" is divided into syllables as: oxy · gen · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxygenation"?
The Scrabble score for "oxygenation" is 22 points.
Using “oxygenation” in writing
"oxygenation" (oxy · gen · ati · 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, “oxygenation” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.