How many syllables in “others”?
syllables in "others"
Word details
Syllables
2
ot · hers
Letters
6
o · t · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “others”
The word “others” contains 2 syllables, divided as ot · hers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "others" have?
"others" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "others" into syllables?
"others" is divided into syllables as: ot · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "others"?
The Scrabble score for "others" is 9 points.
Using “others” in writing
Two-syllable words like "others" (ot · hers) 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, “others” 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 “others”
The letters in “others” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: horste, reshot, throes.