How many syllables in “politic”?
syllables in "politic"
Word details
Syllables
3
po · li · tic
Letters
7
p · o · l · i · t · i · c
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “politic”
The word “politic” contains 3 syllables, divided as po · li · tic. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "politic" have?
"politic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "politic" into syllables?
"politic" is divided into syllables as: po · li · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "politic"?
The Scrabble score for "politic" is 11 points.
Using “politic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "politic" (po · li · tic) 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, “politic” is worth 11 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.