How many syllables in “staircase”?
syllables in "staircase"
Word details
Syllables
2
stair · case
Letters
9
s · t · a · i · r · c · a · s · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “staircase”
The word “staircase” contains 2 syllables, divided as stair · case. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "staircase" have?
"staircase" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "staircase" into syllables?
"staircase" is divided into syllables as: stair · case.
What is the Scrabble score for "staircase"?
The Scrabble score for "staircase" is 11 points.
Using “staircase” in writing
Two-syllable words like "staircase" (stair · case) 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, “staircase” 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 “staircase”
The letters in “staircase” can be rearranged to spell one other word: caritases.