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How many syllables in “acoustics”?

3

syllables in "acoustics"

acoustics
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Word details

Syllables

3

a · cou · stics

Letters

9

a · c · o · u · s · t · i · c · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
c3
o1
u1
s1
t1
i1
c3
s1

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About the word “acoustics

The word acoustics contains 3 syllables, divided as a · cou · stics. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "acoustics" have?

"acoustics" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "acoustics" into syllables?

"acoustics" is divided into syllables as: a · cou · stics.

What is the Scrabble score for "acoustics"?

The Scrabble score for "acoustics" is 13 points.

Using “acoustics” in writing

Three-syllable words like "acoustics" (a · cou · stics) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, acoustics is worth 13 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.

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