How many syllables in “acorn”?
syllables in "acorn"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · corn
Letters
5
a · c · o · r · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “acorn”
The word “acorn” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · corn. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acorn" have?
"acorn" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "acorn" into syllables?
"acorn" is divided into syllables as: a · corn.
What is the Scrabble score for "acorn"?
The Scrabble score for "acorn" is 7 points.
Using “acorn” in writing
Two-syllable words like "acorn" (a · corn) 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, “acorn” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “acorn”
The letters in “acorn” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: narco, racon.