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