How many syllables in “startup”?
syllables in "startup"
Word details
Syllables
2
star · tup
Letters
7
s · t · a · r · t · u · p
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “startup”
The word “startup” contains 2 syllables, divided as star · tup. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "startup" have?
"startup" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "startup" into syllables?
"startup" is divided into syllables as: star · tup.
What is the Scrabble score for "startup"?
The Scrabble score for "startup" is 9 points.
Using “startup” in writing
Two-syllable words like "startup" (star · tup) 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, “startup” is worth 9 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 “startup”
The letters in “startup” can be rearranged to spell one other word: upstart.