How many syllables in “psychopaths”?
syllables in "psychopaths"
Word details
Syllables
3
psyc · ho · paths
Letters
11
p · s · y · c · h · o · p · a · t · h · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “psychopaths”
The word “psychopaths” contains 3 syllables, divided as psyc · ho · paths. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "psychopaths" have?
"psychopaths" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "psychopaths" into syllables?
"psychopaths" is divided into syllables as: psyc · ho · paths.
What is the Scrabble score for "psychopaths"?
The Scrabble score for "psychopaths" is 26 points.
Using “psychopaths” in writing
Three-syllable words like "psychopaths" (psyc · ho · paths) 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, “psychopaths” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.