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