How many syllables in “atom”?
syllables in "atom"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · tom
Letters
4
a · t · o · m
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “atom”
The word “atom” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · tom. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "atom" have?
"atom" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "atom" into syllables?
"atom" is divided into syllables as: a · tom.
What is the Scrabble score for "atom"?
The Scrabble score for "atom" is 6 points.
Using “atom” in writing
Two-syllable words like "atom" (a · tom) 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, “atom” is worth 6 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 “atom”
The letters in “atom” can be rearranged to spell one other word: moat.