How many syllables in “tactic”?
syllables in "tactic"
Word details
Syllables
2
tac · tic
Letters
6
t · a · c · t · i · c
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “tactic”
The word “tactic” contains 2 syllables, divided as tac · tic. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tactic" have?
"tactic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tactic" into syllables?
"tactic" is divided into syllables as: tac · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "tactic"?
The Scrabble score for "tactic" is 10 points.
Using “tactic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tactic" (tac · tic) 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, “tactic” 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 “tactic”
The letters in “tactic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tictac.