How many syllables in “shickers”?
syllables in "shickers"
Word details
Syllables
2
shic · kers
Letters
8
s · h · i · c · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “shickers”
The word “shickers” contains 2 syllables, divided as shic · kers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shickers" have?
"shickers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shickers" into syllables?
"shickers" is divided into syllables as: shic · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "shickers"?
The Scrabble score for "shickers" is 17 points.
Using “shickers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shickers" (shic · kers) 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, “shickers” is worth 17 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 “shickers”
The letters in “shickers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kirsches.