How many syllables in “transcript”?
syllables in "transcript"
Word details
Syllables
2
tran · script
Letters
10
t · r · a · n · s · c · r · i · p · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “transcript”
The word “transcript” contains 2 syllables, divided as tran · script. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transcript" have?
"transcript" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "transcript" into syllables?
"transcript" is divided into syllables as: tran · script.
What is the Scrabble score for "transcript"?
The Scrabble score for "transcript" is 14 points.
Using “transcript” in writing
Two-syllable words like "transcript" (tran · script) 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, “transcript” is worth 14 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.