How many syllables in “cist”?
syllable in "cist"
Word details
Syllables
1
cist
Letters
4
c · i · s · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cist”
The word “cist” contains 1 syllable, divided as cist. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cist" have?
"cist" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cist" into syllables?
"cist" is divided into syllables as: cist.
What is the Scrabble score for "cist"?
The Scrabble score for "cist" is 6 points.
Using “cist” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cist" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cist” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “cist”
The letters in “cist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tics.