How many syllables in “astrophysical”?
syllables in "astrophysical"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · strop · hy · si · cal
Letters
13
a · s · t · r · o · p · h · y · s · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “astrophysical”
The word “astrophysical” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · strop · hy · si · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "astrophysical" have?
"astrophysical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "astrophysical" into syllables?
"astrophysical" is divided into syllables as: a · strop · hy · si · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "astrophysical"?
The Scrabble score for "astrophysical" is 23 points.
Using “astrophysical” in writing
"astrophysical" (a · strop · hy · si · cal) 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, “astrophysical” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.