How many syllables in “nautical”?
syllables in "nautical"
Word details
Syllables
3
nau · ti · cal
Letters
8
n · a · u · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “nautical”
The word “nautical” contains 3 syllables, divided as nau · ti · cal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nautical" have?
"nautical" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nautical" into syllables?
"nautical" is divided into syllables as: nau · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nautical"?
The Scrabble score for "nautical" is 10 points.
Using “nautical” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nautical" (nau · ti · 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, “nautical” is worth 10 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.