How many syllables in “acrophobe”?
syllables in "acrophobe"
Word details
Syllables
3
acr · oph · obe
Letters
9
a · c · r · o · p · h · o · b · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “acrophobe”
The word “acrophobe” contains 3 syllables, divided as acr · oph · obe. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acrophobe" have?
"acrophobe" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "acrophobe" into syllables?
"acrophobe" is divided into syllables as: acr · oph · obe.
What is the Scrabble score for "acrophobe"?
The Scrabble score for "acrophobe" is 18 points.
Using “acrophobe” in writing
Three-syllable words like "acrophobe" (acr · oph · obe) 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, “acrophobe” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.