How many syllables in “otters”?
syllables in "otters"
Word details
Syllables
2
ot · ters
Letters
6
o · t · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “otters”
The word “otters” contains 2 syllables, divided as ot · ters. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "otters" have?
"otters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "otters" into syllables?
"otters" is divided into syllables as: ot · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "otters"?
The Scrabble score for "otters" is 6 points.
Using “otters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "otters" (ot · ters) 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, “otters” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “otters”
The letters in “otters” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: rottes, tortes, toters.