How many syllables in “obis”?
syllables in "obis"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · bis
Letters
4
o · b · i · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “obis”
The word “obis” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · bis. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obis" have?
"obis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "obis" into syllables?
"obis" is divided into syllables as: o · bis.
What is the Scrabble score for "obis"?
The Scrabble score for "obis" is 6 points.
Using “obis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "obis" (o · bis) 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, “obis” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “obis”
The letters in “obis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bios.