How many syllables in “picosecond”?
syllables in "picosecond"
Word details
Syllables
4
pi · co · se · cond
Letters
10
p · i · c · o · s · e · c · o · n · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “picosecond”
The word “picosecond” contains 4 syllables, divided as pi · co · se · cond. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "picosecond" have?
"picosecond" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "picosecond" into syllables?
"picosecond" is divided into syllables as: pi · co · se · cond.
What is the Scrabble score for "picosecond"?
The Scrabble score for "picosecond" is 17 points.
Using “picosecond” in writing
Four-syllable words like "picosecond" (pi · co · se · cond) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “picosecond” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “picosecond”
The letters in “picosecond” can be rearranged to spell one other word: endoscopic.