How many syllables in “postcardlike”?
syllables in "postcardlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
post · card · like
Letters
12
p · o · s · t · c · a · r · d · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “postcardlike”
The word “postcardlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as post · card · like. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postcardlike" have?
"postcardlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "postcardlike" into syllables?
"postcardlike" is divided into syllables as: post · card · like.
What is the Scrabble score for "postcardlike"?
The Scrabble score for "postcardlike" is 21 points.
Using “postcardlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "postcardlike" (post · card · like) 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, “postcardlike” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.