How many syllables in “onboard”?
syllables in "onboard"
Word details
Syllables
2
on · board
Letters
7
o · n · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “onboard”
The word “onboard” contains 2 syllables, divided as on · board. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "onboard" have?
"onboard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "onboard" into syllables?
"onboard" is divided into syllables as: on · board.
What is the Scrabble score for "onboard"?
The Scrabble score for "onboard" is 10 points.
Using “onboard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "onboard" (on · board) 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, “onboard” is worth 10 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 “onboard”
The letters in “onboard” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bradoon.