How many syllables in “otalgies”?
syllables in "otalgies"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · tal · gies
Letters
8
o · t · a · l · g · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “otalgies”
The word “otalgies” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · tal · gies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "otalgies" have?
"otalgies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "otalgies" into syllables?
"otalgies" is divided into syllables as: o · tal · gies.
What is the Scrabble score for "otalgies"?
The Scrabble score for "otalgies" is 9 points.
Using “otalgies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "otalgies" (o · tal · gies) 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, “otalgies” is worth 9 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 “otalgies”
The letters in “otalgies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: latigoes.