How many syllables in “frantic”?
syllables in "frantic"
Word details
Syllables
2
fran · tic
Letters
7
f · r · a · n · t · i · c
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “frantic”
The word “frantic” contains 2 syllables, divided as fran · tic. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "frantic" have?
"frantic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "frantic" into syllables?
"frantic" is divided into syllables as: fran · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "frantic"?
The Scrabble score for "frantic" is 12 points.
Using “frantic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "frantic" (fran · tic) 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, “frantic” is worth 12 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 “frantic”
The letters in “frantic” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: infarct, infract.