How many syllables in “oilers”?
syllables in "oilers"
Word details
Syllables
2
oi · lers
Letters
6
o · i · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “oilers”
The word “oilers” contains 2 syllables, divided as oi · lers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oilers" have?
"oilers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oilers" into syllables?
"oilers" is divided into syllables as: oi · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "oilers"?
The Scrabble score for "oilers" is 6 points.
Using “oilers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oilers" (oi · lers) 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, “oilers” is worth 6 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 “oilers”
The letters in “oilers” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lories, oriels, reoils.