How many syllables in “agoraphobic”?
syllables in "agoraphobic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · go · rap · ho · bic
Letters
11
a · g · o · r · a · p · h · o · b · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “agoraphobic”
The word “agoraphobic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · go · rap · ho · bic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agoraphobic" have?
"agoraphobic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "agoraphobic" into syllables?
"agoraphobic" is divided into syllables as: a · go · rap · ho · bic.
What is the Scrabble score for "agoraphobic"?
The Scrabble score for "agoraphobic" is 21 points.
Using “agoraphobic” in writing
"agoraphobic" (a · go · rap · ho · bic) 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, “agoraphobic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.