How many syllables in “manticores”?
syllables in "manticores"
Word details
Syllables
4
man · ti · co · res
Letters
10
m · a · n · t · i · c · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “manticores”
The word “manticores” contains 4 syllables, divided as man · ti · co · res. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "manticores" have?
"manticores" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "manticores" into syllables?
"manticores" is divided into syllables as: man · ti · co · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "manticores"?
The Scrabble score for "manticores" is 14 points.
Using “manticores” in writing
Four-syllable words like "manticores" (man · ti · co · res) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “manticores” is worth 14 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 “manticores”
The letters in “manticores” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cremations.