How many syllables in “enrapt”?
syllables in "enrapt"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · rapt
Letters
6
e · n · r · a · p · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “enrapt”
The word “enrapt” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · rapt. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enrapt" have?
"enrapt" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "enrapt" into syllables?
"enrapt" is divided into syllables as: en · rapt.
What is the Scrabble score for "enrapt"?
The Scrabble score for "enrapt" is 8 points.
Using “enrapt” in writing
Two-syllable words like "enrapt" (en · rapt) 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, “enrapt” is worth 8 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 “enrapt”
The letters in “enrapt” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: arpent, entrap, parent, trepan.