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How many syllables in “ostracised”?

3

syllables in "ostracised"

ostracised
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Word details

Syllables

3

ostr · acis · ed

Letters

10

o · s · t · r · a · c · i · s · e · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
s1
t1
r1
a1
c3
i1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “ostracised

The word ostracised contains 3 syllables, divided as ostr · acis · ed. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ostracised" have?

"ostracised" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "ostracised" into syllables?

"ostracised" is divided into syllables as: ostr · acis · ed.

What is the Scrabble score for "ostracised"?

The Scrabble score for "ostracised" is 13 points.

Using “ostracised” in writing

Three-syllable words like "ostracised" (ostr · acis · ed) 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, ostracised is worth 13 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.

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