How many syllables in “comics”?
syllables in "comics"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · mics
Letters
6
c · o · m · i · c · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “comics”
The word “comics” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · mics. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "comics" have?
"comics" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "comics" into syllables?
"comics" is divided into syllables as: co · mics.
What is the Scrabble score for "comics"?
The Scrabble score for "comics" is 12 points.
Using “comics” in writing
Two-syllable words like "comics" (co · mics) 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, “comics” 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 “comics”
The letters in “comics” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cosmic.