How many syllables in “social”?
syllables in "social"
Word details
Syllables
2
so · cial
Letters
6
s · o · c · i · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “social”
The word “social” contains 2 syllables, divided as so · cial. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "social" have?
"social" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "social" into syllables?
"social" is divided into syllables as: so · cial.
What is the Scrabble score for "social"?
The Scrabble score for "social" is 8 points.
Using “social” in writing
Two-syllable words like "social" (so · cial) 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, “social” is worth 8 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.