How many syllables in “obbligato”?
syllables in "obbligato"
Word details
Syllables
4
ob · bli · ga · to
Letters
9
o · b · b · l · i · g · a · t · o
Scrabble
14
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “obbligato”
The word “obbligato” contains 4 syllables, divided as ob · bli · ga · to. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obbligato" have?
"obbligato" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "obbligato" into syllables?
"obbligato" is divided into syllables as: ob · bli · ga · to.
What is the Scrabble score for "obbligato"?
The Scrabble score for "obbligato" is 14 points.
Using “obbligato” in writing
Four-syllable words like "obbligato" (ob · bli · ga · to) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “obbligato” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.