How many syllables in “psychosis”?
syllables in "psychosis"
Word details
Syllables
3
psyc · ho · sis
Letters
9
p · s · y · c · h · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “psychosis”
The word “psychosis” contains 3 syllables, divided as psyc · ho · sis. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "psychosis" have?
"psychosis" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "psychosis" into syllables?
"psychosis" is divided into syllables as: psyc · ho · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "psychosis"?
The Scrabble score for "psychosis" is 19 points.
Using “psychosis” in writing
Three-syllable words like "psychosis" (psyc · ho · sis) 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, “psychosis” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.