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