How many syllables in “aristocratic”?
syllables in "aristocratic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ri · sto · cra · tic
Letters
12
a · r · i · s · t · o · c · r · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “aristocratic”
The word “aristocratic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ri · sto · cra · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aristocratic" have?
"aristocratic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aristocratic" into syllables?
"aristocratic" is divided into syllables as: a · ri · sto · cra · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "aristocratic"?
The Scrabble score for "aristocratic" is 16 points.
Using “aristocratic” in writing
"aristocratic" (a · ri · sto · cra · tic) 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, “aristocratic” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.