How many syllables in “aristocracy”?
syllables in "aristocracy"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ri · sto · cra · cy
Letters
11
a · r · i · s · t · o · c · r · a · c · y
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “aristocracy”
The word “aristocracy” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ri · sto · cra · cy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aristocracy" have?
"aristocracy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aristocracy" into syllables?
"aristocracy" is divided into syllables as: a · ri · sto · cra · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "aristocracy"?
The Scrabble score for "aristocracy" is 18 points.
Using “aristocracy” in writing
"aristocracy" (a · ri · sto · cra · cy) 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, “aristocracy” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.