How many syllables in “evicts”?
syllables in "evicts"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · victs
Letters
6
e · v · i · c · t · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “evicts”
The word “evicts” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · victs. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "evicts" have?
"evicts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "evicts" into syllables?
"evicts" is divided into syllables as: e · victs.
What is the Scrabble score for "evicts"?
The Scrabble score for "evicts" is 11 points.
Using “evicts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "evicts" (e · victs) 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, “evicts” is worth 11 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 “evicts”
The letters in “evicts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: civets.