How many syllables in “aphorism”?
syllables in "aphorism"
Word details
Syllables
3
ap · ho · rism
Letters
8
a · p · h · o · r · i · s · m
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “aphorism”
The word “aphorism” contains 3 syllables, divided as ap · ho · rism. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aphorism" have?
"aphorism" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "aphorism" into syllables?
"aphorism" is divided into syllables as: ap · ho · rism.
What is the Scrabble score for "aphorism"?
The Scrabble score for "aphorism" is 15 points.
Using “aphorism” in writing
Three-syllable words like "aphorism" (ap · ho · rism) 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, “aphorism” is worth 15 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 “aphorism”
The letters in “aphorism” can be rearranged to spell one other word: morphias.