How many syllables in “electrostatics”?
syllables in "electrostatics"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · lec · tro · sta · tics
Letters
14
e · l · e · c · t · r · o · s · t · a · t · i · c · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “electrostatics”
The word “electrostatics” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · lec · tro · sta · tics. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "electrostatics" have?
"electrostatics" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "electrostatics" into syllables?
"electrostatics" is divided into syllables as: e · lec · tro · sta · tics.
What is the Scrabble score for "electrostatics"?
The Scrabble score for "electrostatics" is 18 points.
Using “electrostatics” in writing
"electrostatics" (e · lec · tro · sta · tics) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “electrostatics” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.