How many syllables in “cyst”?
1
syllable in "cyst"
cyst
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Word details
Syllables
1
cyst
Letters
4
c · y · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
y4
s1
t1
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About the word “cyst”
The word “cyst” contains 1 syllable, divided as cyst. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cyst" have?
"cyst" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cyst" into syllables?
"cyst" is divided into syllables as: cyst.
What is the Scrabble score for "cyst"?
The Scrabble score for "cyst" is 9 points.
Using “cyst” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cyst" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cyst” is worth 9 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.