How many syllables in “artists”?
syllables in "artists"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · tists
Letters
7
a · r · t · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “artists”
The word “artists” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · tists. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "artists" have?
"artists" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "artists" into syllables?
"artists" is divided into syllables as: ar · tists.
What is the Scrabble score for "artists"?
The Scrabble score for "artists" is 7 points.
Using “artists” in writing
Two-syllable words like "artists" (ar · tists) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “artists” 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 “artists”
The letters in “artists” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: straits, tsarist.