How many syllables in “antick”?
syllables in "antick"
Word details
Syllables
2
an · tick
Letters
6
a · n · t · i · c · k
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “antick”
The word “antick” contains 2 syllables, divided as an · tick. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antick" have?
"antick" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "antick" into syllables?
"antick" is divided into syllables as: an · tick.
What is the Scrabble score for "antick"?
The Scrabble score for "antick" is 12 points.
Using “antick” in writing
Two-syllable words like "antick" (an · tick) 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, “antick” is worth 12 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 “antick”
The letters in “antick” can be rearranged to spell one other word: catkin.