How many syllables in “staccato”?
syllables in "staccato"
Word details
Syllables
3
stac · ca · to
Letters
8
s · t · a · c · c · a · t · o
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “staccato”
The word “staccato” contains 3 syllables, divided as stac · ca · to. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "staccato" have?
"staccato" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "staccato" into syllables?
"staccato" is divided into syllables as: stac · ca · to.
What is the Scrabble score for "staccato"?
The Scrabble score for "staccato" is 12 points.
Using “staccato” in writing
Three-syllable words like "staccato" (stac · ca · to) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “staccato” is worth 12 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 “staccato”
The letters in “staccato” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: stoccata, toccatas.