How many syllables in “pastiche”?
syllables in "pastiche"
Word details
Syllables
2
past · iche
Letters
8
p · a · s · t · i · c · h · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “pastiche”
The word “pastiche” contains 2 syllables, divided as past · iche. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pastiche" have?
"pastiche" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pastiche" into syllables?
"pastiche" is divided into syllables as: past · iche.
What is the Scrabble score for "pastiche"?
The Scrabble score for "pastiche" is 15 points.
Using “pastiche” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pastiche" (past · iche) 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, “pastiche” 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 “pastiche”
The letters in “pastiche” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hepatics, pistache.