How many syllables in “onus”?
syllables in "onus"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · nus
Letters
4
o · n · u · s
Scrabble
4
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About the word “onus”
The word “onus” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · nus. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "onus" have?
"onus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "onus" into syllables?
"onus" is divided into syllables as: o · nus.
What is the Scrabble score for "onus"?
The Scrabble score for "onus" is 4 points.
Using “onus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "onus" (o · nus) 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, “onus” is worth 4 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 “onus”
The letters in “onus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nous.