How many syllables in “nitpicks”?
syllables in "nitpicks"
Word details
Syllables
2
nit · picks
Letters
8
n · i · t · p · i · c · k · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “nitpicks”
The word “nitpicks” contains 2 syllables, divided as nit · picks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nitpicks" have?
"nitpicks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nitpicks" into syllables?
"nitpicks" is divided into syllables as: nit · picks.
What is the Scrabble score for "nitpicks"?
The Scrabble score for "nitpicks" is 16 points.
Using “nitpicks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nitpicks" (nit · picks) 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, “nitpicks” is worth 16 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 “nitpicks”
The letters in “nitpicks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stickpin.