How many syllables in “ogive”?
syllables in "ogive"
Word details
Syllables
2
ogi · ve
Letters
5
o · g · i · v · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ogive”
The word “ogive” contains 2 syllables, divided as ogi · ve. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ogive" have?
"ogive" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ogive" into syllables?
"ogive" is divided into syllables as: ogi · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "ogive"?
The Scrabble score for "ogive" is 9 points.
Using “ogive” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ogive" (ogi · ve) 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, “ogive” 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 “ogive”
The letters in “ogive” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vogie.