How many syllables in “attic”?
syllables in "attic"
Word details
Syllables
2
at · tic
Letters
5
a · t · t · i · c
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “attic”
The word “attic” contains 2 syllables, divided as at · tic. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "attic" have?
"attic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "attic" into syllables?
"attic" is divided into syllables as: at · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "attic"?
The Scrabble score for "attic" is 7 points.
Using “attic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "attic" (at · tic) 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, “attic” is worth 7 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 “attic”
The letters in “attic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tacit.