How many syllables in “pharmacist”?
syllables in "pharmacist"
Word details
Syllables
3
phar · ma · cist
Letters
10
p · h · a · r · m · a · c · i · s · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “pharmacist”
The word “pharmacist” contains 3 syllables, divided as phar · ma · cist. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pharmacist" have?
"pharmacist" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pharmacist" into syllables?
"pharmacist" is divided into syllables as: phar · ma · cist.
What is the Scrabble score for "pharmacist"?
The Scrabble score for "pharmacist" is 19 points.
Using “pharmacist” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pharmacist" (phar · ma · cist) 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, “pharmacist” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.