How many syllables in “academicisms”?
syllables in "academicisms"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ca · de · mi · cisms
Letters
12
a · c · a · d · e · m · i · c · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “academicisms”
The word “academicisms” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ca · de · mi · cisms. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "academicisms" have?
"academicisms" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "academicisms" into syllables?
"academicisms" is divided into syllables as: a · ca · de · mi · cisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "academicisms"?
The Scrabble score for "academicisms" is 21 points.
Using “academicisms” in writing
"academicisms" (a · ca · de · mi · cisms) 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, “academicisms” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.