How many syllables in “polyps”?
syllables in "polyps"
Word details
Syllables
2
po · lyps
Letters
6
p · o · l · y · p · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “polyps”
The word “polyps” contains 2 syllables, divided as po · lyps. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polyps" have?
"polyps" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "polyps" into syllables?
"polyps" is divided into syllables as: po · lyps.
What is the Scrabble score for "polyps"?
The Scrabble score for "polyps" is 13 points.
Using “polyps” in writing
Two-syllable words like "polyps" (po · lyps) 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, “polyps” is worth 13 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 “polyps”
The letters in “polyps” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sloppy.