How many syllables in “omicron”?
syllables in "omicron"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · mi · cron
Letters
7
o · m · i · c · r · o · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “omicron”
The word “omicron” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · mi · cron. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "omicron" have?
"omicron" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "omicron" into syllables?
"omicron" is divided into syllables as: o · mi · cron.
What is the Scrabble score for "omicron"?
The Scrabble score for "omicron" is 11 points.
Using “omicron” in writing
Three-syllable words like "omicron" (o · mi · cron) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “omicron” 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 “omicron”
The letters in “omicron” can be rearranged to spell one other word: moronic.