How many syllables in “technocrat”?
syllables in "technocrat"
Word details
Syllables
3
tec · hno · crat
Letters
10
t · e · c · h · n · o · c · r · a · t
Scrabble
17
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About the word “technocrat”
The word “technocrat” contains 3 syllables, divided as tec · hno · crat. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "technocrat" have?
"technocrat" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "technocrat" into syllables?
"technocrat" is divided into syllables as: tec · hno · crat.
What is the Scrabble score for "technocrat"?
The Scrabble score for "technocrat" is 17 points.
Using “technocrat” in writing
Three-syllable words like "technocrat" (tec · hno · crat) 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, “technocrat” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.