How many syllables in “opes”?
syllables in "opes"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · pes
Letters
4
o · p · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “opes”
The word “opes” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · pes. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "opes" have?
"opes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "opes" into syllables?
"opes" is divided into syllables as: o · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "opes"?
The Scrabble score for "opes" is 6 points.
Using “opes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "opes" (o · pes) 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, “opes” 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 “opes”
The letters in “opes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: epos, peso, pose.