How many syllables in “ick”?
1
syllable in "ick"
ick
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Word details
Syllables
1
ick
Letters
3
i · c · k
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
i1
c3
k5
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About the word “ick”
The word “ick” contains 1 syllable, divided as ick. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ick" have?
"ick" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ick" into syllables?
"ick" is divided into syllables as: ick.
What is the Scrabble score for "ick"?
The Scrabble score for "ick" is 9 points.
Using “ick” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ick" 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, “ick” 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.