How many syllables in “rakish”?
syllables in "rakish"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · kish
Letters
6
r · a · k · i · s · h
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “rakish”
The word “rakish” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · kish. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rakish" have?
"rakish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rakish" into syllables?
"rakish" is divided into syllables as: ra · kish.
What is the Scrabble score for "rakish"?
The Scrabble score for "rakish" is 13 points.
Using “rakish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rakish" (ra · kish) 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, “rakish” 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 “rakish”
The letters in “rakish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shikar.