How many syllables in “socioeconomic”?
syllables in "socioeconomic"
Word details
Syllables
5
so · cioe · co · no · mic
Letters
13
s · o · c · i · o · e · c · o · n · o · m · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “socioeconomic”
The word “socioeconomic” contains 5 syllables, divided as so · cioe · co · no · mic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "socioeconomic" have?
"socioeconomic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "socioeconomic" into syllables?
"socioeconomic" is divided into syllables as: so · cioe · co · no · mic.
What is the Scrabble score for "socioeconomic"?
The Scrabble score for "socioeconomic" is 21 points.
Using “socioeconomic” in writing
"socioeconomic" (so · cioe · co · no · mic) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “socioeconomic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.