How many syllables in “oolith”?
syllables in "oolith"
Word details
Syllables
2
oo · lith
Letters
6
o · o · l · i · t · h
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “oolith”
The word “oolith” contains 2 syllables, divided as oo · lith. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oolith" have?
"oolith" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oolith" into syllables?
"oolith" is divided into syllables as: oo · lith.
What is the Scrabble score for "oolith"?
The Scrabble score for "oolith" is 9 points.
Using “oolith” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oolith" (oo · lith) 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, “oolith” is worth 9 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 “oolith”
The letters in “oolith” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tholoi.