How many syllables in “iconoclastic”?
syllables in "iconoclastic"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · co · no · cla · stic
Letters
12
i · c · o · n · o · c · l · a · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “iconoclastic”
The word “iconoclastic” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · co · no · cla · stic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "iconoclastic" have?
"iconoclastic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "iconoclastic" into syllables?
"iconoclastic" is divided into syllables as: i · co · no · cla · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "iconoclastic"?
The Scrabble score for "iconoclastic" is 18 points.
Using “iconoclastic” in writing
"iconoclastic" (i · co · no · cla · stic) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “iconoclastic” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.