How many syllables in “ascribe”?
syllables in "ascribe"
Word details
Syllables
2
ascr · ibe
Letters
7
a · s · c · r · i · b · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ascribe”
The word “ascribe” contains 2 syllables, divided as ascr · ibe. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ascribe" have?
"ascribe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ascribe" into syllables?
"ascribe" is divided into syllables as: ascr · ibe.
What is the Scrabble score for "ascribe"?
The Scrabble score for "ascribe" is 11 points.
Using “ascribe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ascribe" (ascr · ibe) 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, “ascribe” is worth 11 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 “ascribe”
The letters in “ascribe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: caribes.