How many syllables in “octave”?
syllables in "octave"
Word details
Syllables
2
oct · ave
Letters
6
o · c · t · a · v · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “octave”
The word “octave” contains 2 syllables, divided as oct · ave. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "octave" have?
"octave" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "octave" into syllables?
"octave" is divided into syllables as: oct · ave.
What is the Scrabble score for "octave"?
The Scrabble score for "octave" is 11 points.
Using “octave” in writing
Two-syllable words like "octave" (oct · ave) 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, “octave” 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 “octave”
The letters in “octave” can be rearranged to spell one other word: avocet.