How many syllables in “obeah”?
syllables in "obeah"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · beah
Letters
5
o · b · e · a · h
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “obeah”
The word “obeah” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · beah. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obeah" have?
"obeah" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "obeah" into syllables?
"obeah" is divided into syllables as: o · beah.
What is the Scrabble score for "obeah"?
The Scrabble score for "obeah" is 10 points.
Using “obeah” in writing
Two-syllable words like "obeah" (o · beah) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “obeah” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “obeah”
The letters in “obeah” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bohea.