How many syllables in “musical”?
syllables in "musical"
Word details
Syllables
3
mu · si · cal
Letters
7
m · u · s · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “musical”
The word “musical” contains 3 syllables, divided as mu · si · cal. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "musical" have?
"musical" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "musical" into syllables?
"musical" is divided into syllables as: mu · si · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "musical"?
The Scrabble score for "musical" is 11 points.
Using “musical” in writing
Three-syllable words like "musical" (mu · si · cal) 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, “musical” is worth 11 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.