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