How many syllables in “physician”?
syllables in "physician"
Word details
Syllables
3
phy · si · cian
Letters
9
p · h · y · s · i · c · i · a · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “physician”
The word “physician” contains 3 syllables, divided as phy · si · cian. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "physician" have?
"physician" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "physician" into syllables?
"physician" is divided into syllables as: phy · si · cian.
What is the Scrabble score for "physician"?
The Scrabble score for "physician" is 19 points.
Using “physician” in writing
Three-syllable words like "physician" (phy · si · cian) 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, “physician” 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.