How many syllables in “neurotics”?
syllables in "neurotics"
Word details
Syllables
3
neu · ro · tics
Letters
9
n · e · u · r · o · t · i · c · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “neurotics”
The word “neurotics” contains 3 syllables, divided as neu · ro · tics. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neurotics" have?
"neurotics" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "neurotics" into syllables?
"neurotics" is divided into syllables as: neu · ro · tics.
What is the Scrabble score for "neurotics"?
The Scrabble score for "neurotics" is 11 points.
Using “neurotics” in writing
Three-syllable words like "neurotics" (neu · ro · tics) 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, “neurotics” 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 “neurotics”
The letters in “neurotics” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: countries, cretinous.