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How many syllables in “varactors”?

3

syllables in "varactors"

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Word details

Syllables

3

va · rac · tors

Letters

9

v · a · r · a · c · t · o · r · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
a1
r1
a1
c3
t1
o1
r1
s1

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About the word “varactors

The word varactors contains 3 syllables, divided as va · rac · tors. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "varactors" have?

"varactors" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "varactors" into syllables?

"varactors" is divided into syllables as: va · rac · tors.

What is the Scrabble score for "varactors"?

The Scrabble score for "varactors" is 14 points.

Using “varactors” in writing

Three-syllable words like "varactors" (va · rac · tors) 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, varactors 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.

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