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How many syllables in “topic”?

2

syllables in "topic"

topic
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Word details

Syllables

2

to · pic

Letters

5

t · o · p · i · c

Scrabble

9

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

t1
o1
p3
i1
c3

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About the word “topic

The word topic contains 2 syllables, divided as to · pic. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "topic" have?

"topic" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "topic" into syllables?

"topic" is divided into syllables as: to · pic.

What is the Scrabble score for "topic"?

The Scrabble score for "topic" is 9 points.

Using “topic” in writing

Two-syllable words like "topic" (to · pic) 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, topic 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 “topic

The letters in topic can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: optic, picot.

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