How many syllables in “lickspits”?
syllables in "lickspits"
Word details
Syllables
2
lick · spits
Letters
9
l · i · c · k · s · p · i · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “lickspits”
The word “lickspits” contains 2 syllables, divided as lick · spits. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lickspits" have?
"lickspits" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lickspits" into syllables?
"lickspits" is divided into syllables as: lick · spits.
What is the Scrabble score for "lickspits"?
The Scrabble score for "lickspits" is 17 points.
Using “lickspits” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lickspits" (lick · spits) 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, “lickspits” is worth 17 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 “lickspits”
The letters in “lickspits” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lipsticks.