How many syllables in “oxymoronic”?
syllables in "oxymoronic"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · xy · mo · ro · nic
Letters
10
o · x · y · m · o · r · o · n · i · c
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “oxymoronic”
The word “oxymoronic” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · xy · mo · ro · nic. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxymoronic" have?
"oxymoronic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oxymoronic" into syllables?
"oxymoronic" is divided into syllables as: o · xy · mo · ro · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxymoronic"?
The Scrabble score for "oxymoronic" is 24 points.
Using “oxymoronic” in writing
"oxymoronic" (o · xy · mo · ro · nic) 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, “oxymoronic” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.