How many syllables in “ransacks”?
syllables in "ransacks"
Word details
Syllables
2
ran · sacks
Letters
8
r · a · n · s · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “ransacks”
The word “ransacks” contains 2 syllables, divided as ran · sacks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ransacks" have?
"ransacks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ransacks" into syllables?
"ransacks" is divided into syllables as: ran · sacks.
What is the Scrabble score for "ransacks"?
The Scrabble score for "ransacks" is 14 points.
Using “ransacks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ransacks" (ran · sacks) 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, “ransacks” is worth 14 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.