How many syllables in “oysters”?
syllables in "oysters"
Word details
Syllables
2
oy · sters
Letters
7
o · y · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “oysters”
The word “oysters” contains 2 syllables, divided as oy · sters. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oysters" have?
"oysters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oysters" into syllables?
"oysters" is divided into syllables as: oy · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "oysters"?
The Scrabble score for "oysters" is 10 points.
Using “oysters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oysters" (oy · sters) 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, “oysters” is worth 10 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 “oysters”
The letters in “oysters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: storeys.