How many syllables in “attrite”?
syllables in "attrite"
Word details
Syllables
2
attr · ite
Letters
7
a · t · t · r · i · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “attrite”
The word “attrite” contains 2 syllables, divided as attr · ite. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "attrite" have?
"attrite" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "attrite" into syllables?
"attrite" is divided into syllables as: attr · ite.
What is the Scrabble score for "attrite"?
The Scrabble score for "attrite" is 7 points.
Using “attrite” in writing
Two-syllable words like "attrite" (attr · ite) 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, “attrite” 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 “attrite”
The letters in “attrite” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: tattier, titrate.