How many syllables in “phatic”?
syllables in "phatic"
Word details
Syllables
2
pha · tic
Letters
6
p · h · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “phatic”
The word “phatic” contains 2 syllables, divided as pha · tic. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phatic" have?
"phatic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "phatic" into syllables?
"phatic" is divided into syllables as: pha · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "phatic"?
The Scrabble score for "phatic" is 13 points.
Using “phatic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "phatic" (pha · tic) 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, “phatic” is worth 13 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 “phatic”
The letters in “phatic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: haptic.