How many syllables in “fulcra”?
syllables in "fulcra"
Word details
Syllables
2
ful · cra
Letters
6
f · u · l · c · r · a
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “fulcra”
The word “fulcra” contains 2 syllables, divided as ful · cra. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fulcra" have?
"fulcra" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fulcra" into syllables?
"fulcra" is divided into syllables as: ful · cra.
What is the Scrabble score for "fulcra"?
The Scrabble score for "fulcra" is 11 points.
Using “fulcra” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fulcra" (ful · cra) 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, “fulcra” is worth 11 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 “fulcra”
The letters in “fulcra” can be rearranged to spell one other word: carful.