How many syllables in “ochres”?
syllables in "ochres"
Word details
Syllables
2
oc · hres
Letters
6
o · c · h · r · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ochres”
The word “ochres” contains 2 syllables, divided as oc · hres. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ochres" have?
"ochres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ochres" into syllables?
"ochres" is divided into syllables as: oc · hres.
What is the Scrabble score for "ochres"?
The Scrabble score for "ochres" is 11 points.
Using “ochres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ochres" (oc · hres) 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, “ochres” 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 “ochres”
The letters in “ochres” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: chores, cosher, ochers.