How many syllables in “geophysics”?
syllables in "geophysics"
Word details
Syllables
3
geop · hy · sics
Letters
10
g · e · o · p · h · y · s · i · c · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “geophysics”
The word “geophysics” contains 3 syllables, divided as geop · hy · sics. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "geophysics" have?
"geophysics" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "geophysics" into syllables?
"geophysics" is divided into syllables as: geop · hy · sics.
What is the Scrabble score for "geophysics"?
The Scrabble score for "geophysics" is 21 points.
Using “geophysics” in writing
Three-syllable words like "geophysics" (geop · hy · sics) 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, “geophysics” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.