How many syllables in “pashalik”?
syllables in "pashalik"
Word details
Syllables
3
pas · ha · lik
Letters
8
p · a · s · h · a · l · i · k
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “pashalik”
The word “pashalik” contains 3 syllables, divided as pas · ha · lik. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pashalik" have?
"pashalik" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pashalik" into syllables?
"pashalik" is divided into syllables as: pas · ha · lik.
What is the Scrabble score for "pashalik"?
The Scrabble score for "pashalik" is 17 points.
Using “pashalik” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pashalik" (pas · ha · lik) 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, “pashalik” 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.