How many syllables in “alchemic”?
syllables in "alchemic"
Word details
Syllables
3
al · che · mic
Letters
8
a · l · c · h · e · m · i · c
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “alchemic”
The word “alchemic” contains 3 syllables, divided as al · che · mic. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alchemic" have?
"alchemic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "alchemic" into syllables?
"alchemic" is divided into syllables as: al · che · mic.
What is the Scrabble score for "alchemic"?
The Scrabble score for "alchemic" is 17 points.
Using “alchemic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "alchemic" (al · che · mic) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “alchemic” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “alchemic”
The letters in “alchemic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chemical.