How many syllables in “cyberspace”?
syllables in "cyberspace"
Word details
Syllables
3
cybe · rspa · ce
Letters
10
c · y · b · e · r · s · p · a · c · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cyberspace”
The word “cyberspace” contains 3 syllables, divided as cybe · rspa · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cyberspace" have?
"cyberspace" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cyberspace" into syllables?
"cyberspace" is divided into syllables as: cybe · rspa · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "cyberspace"?
The Scrabble score for "cyberspace" is 21 points.
Using “cyberspace” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cyberspace" (cybe · rspa · ce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cyberspace” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.