How many syllables in “politicians”?
syllables in "politicians"
Word details
Syllables
4
po · li · ti · cians
Letters
11
p · o · l · i · t · i · c · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “politicians”
The word “politicians” contains 4 syllables, divided as po · li · ti · cians. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "politicians" have?
"politicians" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "politicians" into syllables?
"politicians" is divided into syllables as: po · li · ti · cians.
What is the Scrabble score for "politicians"?
The Scrabble score for "politicians" is 15 points.
Using “politicians” in writing
Four-syllable words like "politicians" (po · li · ti · cians) 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, “politicians” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.