How many syllables in “phratric”?
syllables in "phratric"
Word details
Syllables
2
phra · tric
Letters
8
p · h · r · a · t · r · i · c
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “phratric”
The word “phratric” contains 2 syllables, divided as phra · tric. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phratric" have?
"phratric" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "phratric" into syllables?
"phratric" is divided into syllables as: phra · tric.
What is the Scrabble score for "phratric"?
The Scrabble score for "phratric" is 15 points.
Using “phratric” in writing
Two-syllable words like "phratric" (phra · tric) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “phratric” is worth 15 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 “phratric”
The letters in “phratric” can be rearranged to spell one other word: parritch.