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How many syllables in “encaustic”?

3

syllables in "encaustic"

encaustic
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Word details

Syllables

3

en · cau · stic

Letters

9

e · n · c · a · u · s · t · i · c

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
n1
c3
a1
u1
s1
t1
i1
c3

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About the word “encaustic

The word encaustic contains 3 syllables, divided as en · cau · stic. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "encaustic" have?

"encaustic" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "encaustic" into syllables?

"encaustic" is divided into syllables as: en · cau · stic.

What is the Scrabble score for "encaustic"?

The Scrabble score for "encaustic" is 13 points.

Using “encaustic” in writing

Three-syllable words like "encaustic" (en · cau · stic) 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, encaustic is worth 13 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 “encaustic

The letters in encaustic can be rearranged to spell one other word: succinate.

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