How many syllables in “ode”?
syllables in "ode"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · de
Letters
3
o · d · e
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “ode”
The word “ode” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · de. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ode" have?
"ode" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ode" into syllables?
"ode" is divided into syllables as: o · de.
What is the Scrabble score for "ode"?
The Scrabble score for "ode" is 4 points.
Using “ode” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ode" (o · de) 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, “ode” is worth 4 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 “ode”
The letters in “ode” can be rearranged to spell one other word: doe.