How many syllables in “acrostically”?
syllables in "acrostically"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · cro · sti · cal · ly
Letters
12
a · c · r · o · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “acrostically”
The word “acrostically” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · cro · sti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acrostically" have?
"acrostically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acrostically" into syllables?
"acrostically" is divided into syllables as: a · cro · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "acrostically"?
The Scrabble score for "acrostically" is 19 points.
Using “acrostically” in writing
"acrostically" (a · cro · sti · cal · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “acrostically” 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.