How many syllables in “office”?
syllables in "office"
Word details
Syllables
2
off · ice
Letters
6
o · f · f · i · c · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “office”
The word “office” contains 2 syllables, divided as off · ice. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "office" have?
"office" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "office" into syllables?
"office" is divided into syllables as: off · ice.
What is the Scrabble score for "office"?
The Scrabble score for "office" is 14 points.
Using “office” in writing
Two-syllable words like "office" (off · ice) 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, “office” is worth 14 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 “office”
The letters in “office” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coiffe.