How many syllables in “politics”?
syllables in "politics"
Word details
Syllables
3
po · li · tics
Letters
8
p · o · l · i · t · i · c · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “politics”
The word “politics” contains 3 syllables, divided as po · li · tics. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "politics" have?
"politics" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "politics" into syllables?
"politics" is divided into syllables as: po · li · tics.
What is the Scrabble score for "politics"?
The Scrabble score for "politics" is 12 points.
Using “politics” in writing
Three-syllable words like "politics" (po · li · tics) 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, “politics” is worth 12 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 “politics”
The letters in “politics” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: colpitis, psilotic.