How many syllables in “critic”?
syllables in "critic"
Word details
Syllables
2
cri · tic
Letters
6
c · r · i · t · i · c
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “critic”
The word “critic” contains 2 syllables, divided as cri · tic. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "critic" have?
"critic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "critic" into syllables?
"critic" is divided into syllables as: cri · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "critic"?
The Scrabble score for "critic" is 10 points.
Using “critic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "critic" (cri · tic) 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, “critic” is worth 10 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 “critic”
The letters in “critic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: citric.