How many syllables in “historic”?
syllables in "historic"
Word details
Syllables
3
hi · sto · ric
Letters
8
h · i · s · t · o · r · i · c
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “historic”
The word “historic” contains 3 syllables, divided as hi · sto · ric. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "historic" have?
"historic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "historic" into syllables?
"historic" is divided into syllables as: hi · sto · ric.
What is the Scrabble score for "historic"?
The Scrabble score for "historic" is 13 points.
Using “historic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "historic" (hi · sto · ric) 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, “historic” is worth 13 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 “historic”
The letters in “historic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: orchitis.