How many syllables in “pickpocket”?
syllables in "pickpocket"
Word details
Syllables
3
pic · kpoc · ket
Letters
10
p · i · c · k · p · o · c · k · e · t
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “pickpocket”
The word “pickpocket” contains 3 syllables, divided as pic · kpoc · ket. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pickpocket" have?
"pickpocket" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pickpocket" into syllables?
"pickpocket" is divided into syllables as: pic · kpoc · ket.
What is the Scrabble score for "pickpocket"?
The Scrabble score for "pickpocket" is 26 points.
Using “pickpocket” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pickpocket" (pic · kpoc · ket) 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, “pickpocket” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.