How many syllables in “actress”?
syllables in "actress"
Word details
Syllables
2
ac · tress
Letters
7
a · c · t · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “actress”
The word “actress” contains 2 syllables, divided as ac · tress. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "actress" have?
"actress" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "actress" into syllables?
"actress" is divided into syllables as: ac · tress.
What is the Scrabble score for "actress"?
The Scrabble score for "actress" is 9 points.
Using “actress” in writing
Two-syllable words like "actress" (ac · tress) 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, “actress” is worth 9 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 “actress”
The letters in “actress” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: casters, recasts.