How many syllables in “obtrude”?
syllables in "obtrude"
Word details
Syllables
2
obtr · ude
Letters
7
o · b · t · r · u · d · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “obtrude”
The word “obtrude” contains 2 syllables, divided as obtr · ude. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obtrude" have?
"obtrude" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "obtrude" into syllables?
"obtrude" is divided into syllables as: obtr · ude.
What is the Scrabble score for "obtrude"?
The Scrabble score for "obtrude" is 10 points.
Using “obtrude” in writing
Two-syllable words like "obtrude" (obtr · ude) 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, “obtrude” 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 “obtrude”
The letters in “obtrude” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: doubter, outbred, redoubt.