How many syllables in “obtain”?
syllables in "obtain"
Word details
Syllables
2
ob · tain
Letters
6
o · b · t · a · i · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “obtain”
The word “obtain” contains 2 syllables, divided as ob · tain. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obtain" have?
"obtain" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "obtain" into syllables?
"obtain" is divided into syllables as: ob · tain.
What is the Scrabble score for "obtain"?
The Scrabble score for "obtain" is 8 points.
Using “obtain” in writing
Two-syllable words like "obtain" (ob · tain) 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, “obtain” is worth 8 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 “obtain”
The letters in “obtain” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bonita.