How many syllables in “atlas”?
syllables in "atlas"
Word details
Syllables
2
at · las
Letters
5
a · t · l · a · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “atlas”
The word “atlas” contains 2 syllables, divided as at · las. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "atlas" have?
"atlas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "atlas" into syllables?
"atlas" is divided into syllables as: at · las.
What is the Scrabble score for "atlas"?
The Scrabble score for "atlas" is 5 points.
Using “atlas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "atlas" (at · las) 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, “atlas” is worth 5 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 “atlas”
The letters in “atlas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: talas.