How many syllables in “citric”?
syllables in "citric"
Word details
Syllables
2
ci · tric
Letters
6
c · i · t · r · i · c
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “citric”
The word “citric” contains 2 syllables, divided as ci · tric. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "citric" have?
"citric" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "citric" into syllables?
"citric" is divided into syllables as: ci · tric.
What is the Scrabble score for "citric"?
The Scrabble score for "citric" is 10 points.
Using “citric” in writing
Two-syllable words like "citric" (ci · tric) 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, “citric” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “citric”
The letters in “citric” can be rearranged to spell one other word: critic.