How many syllables in “elegiac”?
syllables in "elegiac"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · le · giac
Letters
7
e · l · e · g · i · a · c
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “elegiac”
The word “elegiac” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · le · giac. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elegiac" have?
"elegiac" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "elegiac" into syllables?
"elegiac" is divided into syllables as: e · le · giac.
What is the Scrabble score for "elegiac"?
The Scrabble score for "elegiac" is 10 points.
Using “elegiac” in writing
Three-syllable words like "elegiac" (e · le · giac) 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, “elegiac” 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.