How many syllables in “special”?
syllables in "special"
Word details
Syllables
2
spe · cial
Letters
7
s · p · e · c · i · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “special”
The word “special” contains 2 syllables, divided as spe · cial. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "special" have?
"special" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "special" into syllables?
"special" is divided into syllables as: spe · cial.
What is the Scrabble score for "special"?
The Scrabble score for "special" is 11 points.
Using “special” in writing
Two-syllable words like "special" (spe · 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, “special” 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.
Anagrams of “special”
The letters in “special” can be rearranged to spell one other word: plaices.