How many syllables in “opera”?
syllables in "opera"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · pe · ra
Letters
5
o · p · e · r · a
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “opera”
The word “opera” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · pe · ra. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "opera" have?
"opera" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "opera" into syllables?
"opera" is divided into syllables as: o · pe · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "opera"?
The Scrabble score for "opera" is 7 points.
Using “opera” in writing
Three-syllable words like "opera" (o · pe · ra) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “opera” is worth 7 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 “opera”
The letters in “opera” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pareo.