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How many syllables in “attacks”?

2

syllables in "attacks"

attacks
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Word details

Syllables

2

at · tacks

Letters

7

a · t · t · a · c · k · s

Scrabble

13

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

a1
t1
t1
a1
c3
k5
s1

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About the word “attacks

The word attacks contains 2 syllables, divided as at · tacks. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "attacks" have?

"attacks" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "attacks" into syllables?

"attacks" is divided into syllables as: at · tacks.

What is the Scrabble score for "attacks"?

The Scrabble score for "attacks" is 13 points.

Using “attacks” in writing

Two-syllable words like "attacks" (at · tacks) 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, attacks is worth 13 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.

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