How many syllables in “psychical”?
syllables in "psychical"
Word details
Syllables
3
psyc · hi · cal
Letters
9
p · s · y · c · h · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “psychical”
The word “psychical” contains 3 syllables, divided as psyc · hi · cal. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "psychical" have?
"psychical" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "psychical" into syllables?
"psychical" is divided into syllables as: psyc · hi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "psychical"?
The Scrabble score for "psychical" is 21 points.
Using “psychical” in writing
Three-syllable words like "psychical" (psyc · hi · cal) 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, “psychical” 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.