How many syllables in “obscure”?
syllables in "obscure"
Word details
Syllables
2
obsc · ure
Letters
7
o · b · s · c · u · r · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “obscure”
The word “obscure” contains 2 syllables, divided as obsc · ure. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obscure" have?
"obscure" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "obscure" into syllables?
"obscure" is divided into syllables as: obsc · ure.
What is the Scrabble score for "obscure"?
The Scrabble score for "obscure" is 11 points.
Using “obscure” in writing
Two-syllable words like "obscure" (obsc · ure) 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, “obscure” is worth 11 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 “obscure”
The letters in “obscure” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bescour.