How many syllables in “accost”?
syllables in "accost"
Word details
Syllables
2
ac · cost
Letters
6
a · c · c · o · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “accost”
The word “accost” contains 2 syllables, divided as ac · cost. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accost" have?
"accost" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "accost" into syllables?
"accost" is divided into syllables as: ac · cost.
What is the Scrabble score for "accost"?
The Scrabble score for "accost" is 10 points.
Using “accost” in writing
Two-syllable words like "accost" (ac · cost) 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, “accost” 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 “accost”
The letters in “accost” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coacts.