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