How many syllables in “patsies”?
syllables in "patsies"
Word details
Syllables
2
pat · sies
Letters
7
p · a · t · s · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “patsies”
The word “patsies” contains 2 syllables, divided as pat · sies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patsies" have?
"patsies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "patsies" into syllables?
"patsies" is divided into syllables as: pat · sies.
What is the Scrabble score for "patsies"?
The Scrabble score for "patsies" is 9 points.
Using “patsies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "patsies" (pat · sies) 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, “patsies” is worth 9 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 “patsies”
The letters in “patsies” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: pasties, petsais, tapises.