How many syllables in “artisan”?
syllables in "artisan"
Word details
Syllables
3
ar · ti · san
Letters
7
a · r · t · i · s · a · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “artisan”
The word “artisan” contains 3 syllables, divided as ar · ti · san. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "artisan" have?
"artisan" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "artisan" into syllables?
"artisan" is divided into syllables as: ar · ti · san.
What is the Scrabble score for "artisan"?
The Scrabble score for "artisan" is 7 points.
Using “artisan” in writing
Three-syllable words like "artisan" (ar · ti · san) 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, “artisan” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “artisan”
The letters in “artisan” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: antiars, tsarina.