How many syllables in “politician”?
syllables in "politician"
Word details
Syllables
4
po · li · ti · cian
Letters
10
p · o · l · i · t · i · c · i · a · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “politician”
The word “politician” contains 4 syllables, divided as po · li · ti · cian. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "politician" have?
"politician" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "politician" into syllables?
"politician" is divided into syllables as: po · li · ti · cian.
What is the Scrabble score for "politician"?
The Scrabble score for "politician" is 14 points.
Using “politician” in writing
Four-syllable words like "politician" (po · li · ti · cian) 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, “politician” is worth 14 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.