How many syllables in “acrophobia”?
syllables in "acrophobia"
Word details
Syllables
4
a · crop · ho · bia
Letters
10
a · c · r · o · p · h · o · b · i · a
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “acrophobia”
The word “acrophobia” contains 4 syllables, divided as a · crop · ho · bia. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acrophobia" have?
"acrophobia" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "acrophobia" into syllables?
"acrophobia" is divided into syllables as: a · crop · ho · bia.
What is the Scrabble score for "acrophobia"?
The Scrabble score for "acrophobia" is 19 points.
Using “acrophobia” in writing
Four-syllable words like "acrophobia" (a · crop · ho · bia) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “acrophobia” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.