How many syllables in “copycats”?
syllables in "copycats"
Word details
Syllables
3
co · py · cats
Letters
8
c · o · p · y · c · a · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “copycats”
The word “copycats” contains 3 syllables, divided as co · py · cats. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "copycats" have?
"copycats" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "copycats" into syllables?
"copycats" is divided into syllables as: co · py · cats.
What is the Scrabble score for "copycats"?
The Scrabble score for "copycats" is 17 points.
Using “copycats” in writing
Three-syllable words like "copycats" (co · py · cats) 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, “copycats” 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.