How many syllables in “ostracon”?
syllables in "ostracon"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · stra · con
Letters
8
o · s · t · r · a · c · o · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “ostracon”
The word “ostracon” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · stra · con. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ostracon" have?
"ostracon" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ostracon" into syllables?
"ostracon" is divided into syllables as: o · stra · con.
What is the Scrabble score for "ostracon"?
The Scrabble score for "ostracon" is 10 points.
Using “ostracon” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ostracon" (o · stra · con) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ostracon” is worth 10 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 “ostracon”
The letters in “ostracon” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cartoons, corantos.