How many syllables in “odor”?
syllables in "odor"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · dor
Letters
4
o · d · o · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “odor”
The word “odor” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · dor. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "odor" have?
"odor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "odor" into syllables?
"odor" is divided into syllables as: o · dor.
What is the Scrabble score for "odor"?
The Scrabble score for "odor" is 5 points.
Using “odor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "odor" (o · dor) 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, “odor” 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 “odor”
The letters in “odor” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: door, ordo, rood.