How many syllables in “action”?
syllables in "action"
Word details
Syllables
2
ac · tion
Letters
6
a · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “action”
The word “action” contains 2 syllables, divided as ac · tion. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "action" have?
"action" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "action" into syllables?
"action" is divided into syllables as: ac · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "action"?
The Scrabble score for "action" is 8 points.
Using “action” in writing
Two-syllable words like "action" (ac · tion) 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, “action” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “action”
The letters in “action” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: atonic, cation.