How many syllables in “pika”?
syllables in "pika"
Word details
Syllables
2
pi · ka
Letters
4
p · i · k · a
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pika”
The word “pika” contains 2 syllables, divided as pi · ka. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pika" have?
"pika" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pika" into syllables?
"pika" is divided into syllables as: pi · ka.
What is the Scrabble score for "pika"?
The Scrabble score for "pika" is 10 points.
Using “pika” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pika" (pi · ka) 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, “pika” is worth 10 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 “pika”
The letters in “pika” can be rearranged to spell one other word: paik.