How many syllables in “ovines”?
syllables in "ovines"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · vi · nes
Letters
6
o · v · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ovines”
The word “ovines” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · vi · nes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ovines" have?
"ovines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ovines" into syllables?
"ovines" is divided into syllables as: o · vi · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "ovines"?
The Scrabble score for "ovines" is 9 points.
Using “ovines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ovines" (o · vi · nes) 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, “ovines” 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 “ovines”
The letters in “ovines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: envois.