How many syllables in “colicky”?
syllables in "colicky"
Word details
Syllables
3
co · lic · ky
Letters
7
c · o · l · i · c · k · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “colicky”
The word “colicky” contains 3 syllables, divided as co · lic · ky. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "colicky" have?
"colicky" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "colicky" into syllables?
"colicky" is divided into syllables as: co · lic · ky.
What is the Scrabble score for "colicky"?
The Scrabble score for "colicky" is 18 points.
Using “colicky” in writing
Three-syllable words like "colicky" (co · lic · ky) 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, “colicky” 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 “colicky”
The letters in “colicky” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cockily.