How many syllables in “article”?
syllables in "article"
Word details
Syllables
4
ar · ti · cle
Letters
7
a · r · t · i · c · l · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “article”
The word “article” contains 4 syllables, divided as ar · ti · cle. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "article" have?
"article" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "article" into syllables?
"article" is divided into syllables as: ar · ti · cle.
What is the Scrabble score for "article"?
The Scrabble score for "article" is 9 points.
Using “article” in writing
Four-syllable words like "article" (ar · ti · cle) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “article” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “article”
The letters in “article” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recital.