How many syllables in “ocean”?
syllables in "ocean"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · cean
Letters
5
o · c · e · a · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “ocean”
The word “ocean” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · cean. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ocean" have?
"ocean" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ocean" into syllables?
"ocean" is divided into syllables as: o · cean.
What is the Scrabble score for "ocean"?
The Scrabble score for "ocean" is 7 points.
Using “ocean” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ocean" (o · cean) 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, “ocean” is worth 7 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 “ocean”
The letters in “ocean” can be rearranged to spell one other word: canoe.