How many syllables in “orchid”?
syllables in "orchid"
Word details
Syllables
2
or · chid
Letters
6
o · r · c · h · i · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “orchid”
The word “orchid” contains 2 syllables, divided as or · chid. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "orchid" have?
"orchid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "orchid" into syllables?
"orchid" is divided into syllables as: or · chid.
What is the Scrabble score for "orchid"?
The Scrabble score for "orchid" is 12 points.
Using “orchid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "orchid" (or · chid) 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, “orchid” is worth 12 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 “orchid”
The letters in “orchid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rhodic.