How many syllables in “odes”?
syllables in "odes"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · des
Letters
4
o · d · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “odes”
The word “odes” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · des. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "odes" have?
"odes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "odes" into syllables?
"odes" is divided into syllables as: o · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "odes"?
The Scrabble score for "odes" is 5 points.
Using “odes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "odes" (o · des) 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, “odes” is worth 5 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 “odes”
The letters in “odes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: does, dose.