How many syllables in “cosmetician”?
syllables in "cosmetician"
Word details
Syllables
4
co · sme · ti · cian
Letters
11
c · o · s · m · e · t · i · c · i · a · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “cosmetician”
The word “cosmetician” contains 4 syllables, divided as co · sme · ti · cian. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cosmetician" have?
"cosmetician" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "cosmetician" into syllables?
"cosmetician" is divided into syllables as: co · sme · ti · cian.
What is the Scrabble score for "cosmetician"?
The Scrabble score for "cosmetician" is 17 points.
Using “cosmetician” in writing
Four-syllable words like "cosmetician" (co · sme · ti · cian) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cosmetician” 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.
Anagrams of “cosmetician”
The letters in “cosmetician” can be rearranged to spell one other word: encomiastic.