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How many syllables in “racisms”?

2

syllables in "racisms"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ra · cisms

Letters

7

r · a · c · i · s · m · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
a1
c3
i1
s1
m3
s1

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About the word “racisms

The word racisms contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · cisms. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "racisms" have?

"racisms" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "racisms" into syllables?

"racisms" is divided into syllables as: ra · cisms.

What is the Scrabble score for "racisms"?

The Scrabble score for "racisms" is 11 points.

Using “racisms” in writing

Two-syllable words like "racisms" (ra · cisms) 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, racisms 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.

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