How many syllables in “organist”?
syllables in "organist"
Word details
Syllables
3
or · ga · nist
Letters
8
o · r · g · a · n · i · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “organist”
The word “organist” contains 3 syllables, divided as or · ga · nist. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "organist" have?
"organist" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "organist" into syllables?
"organist" is divided into syllables as: or · ga · nist.
What is the Scrabble score for "organist"?
The Scrabble score for "organist" is 9 points.
Using “organist” in writing
Three-syllable words like "organist" (or · ga · nist) 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, “organist” is worth 9 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 “organist”
The letters in “organist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: roasting.