How many syllables in “iconostasis”?
syllables in "iconostasis"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · co · no · sta · sis
Letters
11
i · c · o · n · o · s · t · a · s · i · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “iconostasis”
The word “iconostasis” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · co · no · sta · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "iconostasis" have?
"iconostasis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "iconostasis" into syllables?
"iconostasis" is divided into syllables as: i · co · no · sta · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "iconostasis"?
The Scrabble score for "iconostasis" is 13 points.
Using “iconostasis” in writing
"iconostasis" (i · co · no · sta · sis) 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, “iconostasis” 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.