How many syllables in “metaphoric”?
syllables in "metaphoric"
Word details
Syllables
4
me · tap · ho · ric
Letters
10
m · e · t · a · p · h · o · r · i · c
Scrabble
19
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About the word “metaphoric”
The word “metaphoric” contains 4 syllables, divided as me · tap · ho · ric. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metaphoric" have?
"metaphoric" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "metaphoric" into syllables?
"metaphoric" is divided into syllables as: me · tap · ho · ric.
What is the Scrabble score for "metaphoric"?
The Scrabble score for "metaphoric" is 19 points.
Using “metaphoric” in writing
Four-syllable words like "metaphoric" (me · tap · ho · ric) 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, “metaphoric” is worth 19 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 “metaphoric”
The letters in “metaphoric” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amphoteric.