How many syllables in “academicism”?
syllables in "academicism"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ca · de · mi · cism
Letters
11
a · c · a · d · e · m · i · c · i · s · m
Scrabble
20
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About the word “academicism”
The word “academicism” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ca · de · mi · cism. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "academicism" have?
"academicism" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "academicism" into syllables?
"academicism" is divided into syllables as: a · ca · de · mi · cism.
What is the Scrabble score for "academicism"?
The Scrabble score for "academicism" is 20 points.
Using “academicism” in writing
"academicism" (a · ca · de · mi · cism) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “academicism” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.