How many syllables in “patsy”?
syllables in "patsy"
Word details
Syllables
2
pat · sy
Letters
5
p · a · t · s · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “patsy”
The word “patsy” contains 2 syllables, divided as pat · sy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patsy" have?
"patsy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "patsy" into syllables?
"patsy" is divided into syllables as: pat · sy.
What is the Scrabble score for "patsy"?
The Scrabble score for "patsy" is 10 points.
Using “patsy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "patsy" (pat · sy) 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, “patsy” is worth 10 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 “patsy”
The letters in “patsy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pasty.