How many syllables in “orange”?
syllables in "orange"
Word details
Syllables
2
ora · nge
Letters
6
o · r · a · n · g · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “orange”
The word “orange” contains 2 syllables, divided as ora · nge. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "orange" have?
"orange" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "orange" into syllables?
"orange" is divided into syllables as: ora · nge.
What is the Scrabble score for "orange"?
The Scrabble score for "orange" is 7 points.
Using “orange” in writing
Two-syllable words like "orange" (ora · nge) 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, “orange” 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 “orange”
The letters in “orange” can be rearranged to spell one other word: onager.