How many syllables in “octosyllables”?
syllables in "octosyllables"
Word details
Syllables
5
oc · to · syl · la · bles
Letters
13
o · c · t · o · s · y · l · l · a · b · l · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “octosyllables”
The word “octosyllables” contains 5 syllables, divided as oc · to · syl · la · bles. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "octosyllables" have?
"octosyllables" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "octosyllables" into syllables?
"octosyllables" is divided into syllables as: oc · to · syl · la · bles.
What is the Scrabble score for "octosyllables"?
The Scrabble score for "octosyllables" is 20 points.
Using “octosyllables” in writing
"octosyllables" (oc · to · syl · la · bles) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “octosyllables” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.