How many syllables in “oxide”?
syllables in "oxide"
Word details
Syllables
2
oxi · de
Letters
5
o · x · i · d · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “oxide”
The word “oxide” contains 2 syllables, divided as oxi · de. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxide" have?
"oxide" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oxide" into syllables?
"oxide" is divided into syllables as: oxi · de.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxide"?
The Scrabble score for "oxide" is 13 points.
Using “oxide” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oxide" (oxi · de) 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, “oxide” is worth 13 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 “oxide”
The letters in “oxide” can be rearranged to spell one other word: doxie.