How many syllables in “okays”?
syllables in "okays"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · kays
Letters
5
o · k · a · y · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “okays”
The word “okays” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · kays. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "okays" have?
"okays" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "okays" into syllables?
"okays" is divided into syllables as: o · kays.
What is the Scrabble score for "okays"?
The Scrabble score for "okays" is 12 points.
Using “okays” in writing
Two-syllable words like "okays" (o · kays) 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, “okays” is worth 12 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 “okays”
The letters in “okays” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kayos.