How many syllables in “odorless”?
syllables in "odorless"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · dor · less
Letters
8
o · d · o · r · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “odorless”
The word “odorless” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · dor · less. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "odorless" have?
"odorless" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "odorless" into syllables?
"odorless" is divided into syllables as: o · dor · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "odorless"?
The Scrabble score for "odorless" is 9 points.
Using “odorless” in writing
Three-syllable words like "odorless" (o · dor · less) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “odorless” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “odorless”
The letters in “odorless” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: doorless, lordoses.