How many syllables in “other”?
syllables in "other"
Word details
Syllables
2
ot · her
Letters
5
o · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “other”
The word “other” contains 2 syllables, divided as ot · her. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "other" have?
"other" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "other" into syllables?
"other" is divided into syllables as: ot · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "other"?
The Scrabble score for "other" is 8 points.
Using “other” in writing
Two-syllable words like "other" (ot · her) 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, “other” 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 “other”
The letters in “other” can be rearranged to spell one other word: throe.