How many syllables in “citizen”?
syllables in "citizen"
Word details
Syllables
3
ci · ti · zen
Letters
7
c · i · t · i · z · e · n
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “citizen”
The word “citizen” contains 3 syllables, divided as ci · ti · zen. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "citizen" have?
"citizen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "citizen" into syllables?
"citizen" is divided into syllables as: ci · ti · zen.
What is the Scrabble score for "citizen"?
The Scrabble score for "citizen" is 18 points.
Using “citizen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "citizen" (ci · ti · zen) 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, “citizen” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “citizen”
The letters in “citizen” can be rearranged to spell one other word: zincite.