How many syllables in “flippancy”?
syllables in "flippancy"
Word details
Syllables
3
flip · pan · cy
Letters
9
f · l · i · p · p · a · n · c · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “flippancy”
The word “flippancy” contains 3 syllables, divided as flip · pan · cy. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flippancy" have?
"flippancy" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flippancy" into syllables?
"flippancy" is divided into syllables as: flip · pan · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "flippancy"?
The Scrabble score for "flippancy" is 21 points.
Using “flippancy” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flippancy" (flip · pan · cy) 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, “flippancy” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.