How many syllables in “complicit”?
syllables in "complicit"
Word details
Syllables
3
com · pli · cit
Letters
9
c · o · m · p · l · i · c · i · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “complicit”
The word “complicit” contains 3 syllables, divided as com · pli · cit. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "complicit" have?
"complicit" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "complicit" into syllables?
"complicit" is divided into syllables as: com · pli · cit.
What is the Scrabble score for "complicit"?
The Scrabble score for "complicit" is 17 points.
Using “complicit” in writing
Three-syllable words like "complicit" (com · pli · cit) 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, “complicit” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.