How many syllables in “option”?
syllables in "option"
Word details
Syllables
2
op · tion
Letters
6
o · p · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “option”
The word “option” contains 2 syllables, divided as op · tion. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "option" have?
"option" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "option" into syllables?
"option" is divided into syllables as: op · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "option"?
The Scrabble score for "option" is 8 points.
Using “option” in writing
Two-syllable words like "option" (op · tion) 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, “option” is worth 8 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 “option”
The letters in “option” can be rearranged to spell one other word: potion.