How many syllables in “oompahs”?
syllables in "oompahs"
Word details
Syllables
2
oom · pahs
Letters
7
o · o · m · p · a · h · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “oompahs”
The word “oompahs” contains 2 syllables, divided as oom · pahs. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oompahs" have?
"oompahs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oompahs" into syllables?
"oompahs" is divided into syllables as: oom · pahs.
What is the Scrabble score for "oompahs"?
The Scrabble score for "oompahs" is 14 points.
Using “oompahs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oompahs" (oom · pahs) 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, “oompahs” is worth 14 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 “oompahs”
The letters in “oompahs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shampoo.