The word "astricts" is spelled with six letters and three syllables. According to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), it is pronounced as /əˈstrɪkts/. This means that the first syllable is pronounced with a schwa sound, while the remaining two syllables have a stressed /ɪ/ vowel sound. The word is uncommon and refers to the act of binding or constricting something. It is important to be attentive to spelling and pronunciation to avoid confusion and misunderstanding in communication.