How many syllables in “solstice”?
syllables in "solstice"
Word details
Syllables
2
sols · tice
Letters
8
s · o · l · s · t · i · c · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “solstice”
The word “solstice” contains 2 syllables, divided as sols · tice. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "solstice" have?
"solstice" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "solstice" into syllables?
"solstice" is divided into syllables as: sols · tice.
What is the Scrabble score for "solstice"?
The Scrabble score for "solstice" is 10 points.
Using “solstice” in writing
Two-syllable words like "solstice" (sols · tice) 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, “solstice” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “solstice”
The letters in “solstice” can be rearranged to spell one other word: solecist.