How many syllables in “okay”?
syllables in "okay"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · kay
Letters
4
o · k · a · y
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “okay”
The word “okay” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · kay. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "okay" have?
"okay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "okay" into syllables?
"okay" is divided into syllables as: o · kay.
What is the Scrabble score for "okay"?
The Scrabble score for "okay" is 11 points.
Using “okay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "okay" (o · kay) 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, “okay” is worth 11 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 “okay”
The letters in “okay” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kayo.