How many syllables in “ultrashort”?
syllables in "ultrashort"
Word details
Syllables
3
ul · tras · hort
Letters
10
u · l · t · r · a · s · h · o · r · t
Scrabble
13
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About the word “ultrashort”
The word “ultrashort” contains 3 syllables, divided as ul · tras · hort. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ultrashort" have?
"ultrashort" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ultrashort" into syllables?
"ultrashort" is divided into syllables as: ul · tras · hort.
What is the Scrabble score for "ultrashort"?
The Scrabble score for "ultrashort" is 13 points.
Using “ultrashort” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ultrashort" (ul · tras · hort) 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, “ultrashort” is worth 13 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.