How many syllables in “gymnastic”?
syllables in "gymnastic"
Word details
Syllables
3
gym · na · stic
Letters
9
g · y · m · n · a · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
17
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About the word “gymnastic”
The word “gymnastic” contains 3 syllables, divided as gym · na · stic. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gymnastic" have?
"gymnastic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gymnastic" into syllables?
"gymnastic" is divided into syllables as: gym · na · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "gymnastic"?
The Scrabble score for "gymnastic" is 17 points.
Using “gymnastic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gymnastic" (gym · na · 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, “gymnastic” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “gymnastic”
The letters in “gymnastic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nystagmic.