How many syllables in “patricians”?
syllables in "patricians"
Word details
Syllables
3
pa · tri · cians
Letters
10
p · a · t · r · i · c · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “patricians”
The word “patricians” contains 3 syllables, divided as pa · tri · cians. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patricians" have?
"patricians" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "patricians" into syllables?
"patricians" is divided into syllables as: pa · tri · cians.
What is the Scrabble score for "patricians"?
The Scrabble score for "patricians" is 14 points.
Using “patricians” in writing
Three-syllable words like "patricians" (pa · tri · cians) 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, “patricians” is worth 14 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.