How many syllables in “obol”?
syllables in "obol"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · bol
Letters
4
o · b · o · l
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “obol”
The word “obol” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · bol. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obol" have?
"obol" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "obol" into syllables?
"obol" is divided into syllables as: o · bol.
What is the Scrabble score for "obol"?
The Scrabble score for "obol" is 6 points.
Using “obol” in writing
Two-syllable words like "obol" (o · bol) 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, “obol” 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 “obol”
The letters in “obol” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bolo, lobo.