How many syllables in “intimacy”?
syllables in "intimacy"
Word details
Syllables
4
in · ti · ma · cy
Letters
8
i · n · t · i · m · a · c · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “intimacy”
The word “intimacy” contains 4 syllables, divided as in · ti · ma · cy. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intimacy" have?
"intimacy" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "intimacy" into syllables?
"intimacy" is divided into syllables as: in · ti · ma · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "intimacy"?
The Scrabble score for "intimacy" is 15 points.
Using “intimacy” in writing
Four-syllable words like "intimacy" (in · ti · ma · cy) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “intimacy” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “intimacy”
The letters in “intimacy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: minacity.