How many syllables in “rikishas”?
syllables in "rikishas"
Word details
Syllables
3
ri · kis · has
Letters
8
r · i · k · i · s · h · a · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “rikishas”
The word “rikishas” contains 3 syllables, divided as ri · kis · has. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rikishas" have?
"rikishas" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rikishas" into syllables?
"rikishas" is divided into syllables as: ri · kis · has.
What is the Scrabble score for "rikishas"?
The Scrabble score for "rikishas" is 15 points.
Using “rikishas” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rikishas" (ri · kis · has) 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, “rikishas” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “rikishas”
The letters in “rikishas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shikaris.