How many syllables in “odious”?
syllables in "odious"
Word details
Syllables
2
odious
Letters
6
o · d · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “odious”
The word “odious” contains 2 syllables, divided as odious. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "odious" have?
"odious" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "odious" into syllables?
"odious" is divided into syllables as: odious.
What is the Scrabble score for "odious"?
The Scrabble score for "odious" is 7 points.
Using “odious” in writing
Two-syllable words like "odious" (odious) 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, “odious” is worth 7 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 “odious”
The letters in “odious” can be rearranged to spell one other word: iodous.