How many syllables in “onsets”?
syllables in "onsets"
Word details
Syllables
2
on · sets
Letters
6
o · n · s · e · t · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “onsets”
The word “onsets” contains 2 syllables, divided as on · sets. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "onsets" have?
"onsets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "onsets" into syllables?
"onsets" is divided into syllables as: on · sets.
What is the Scrabble score for "onsets"?
The Scrabble score for "onsets" is 6 points.
Using “onsets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "onsets" (on · sets) 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, “onsets” 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 “onsets”
The letters in “onsets” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: setons, stenos, stones.