How many syllables in “shikaris”?
syllables in "shikaris"
Word details
Syllables
3
shi · ka · ris
Letters
8
s · h · i · k · a · r · i · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “shikaris”
The word “shikaris” contains 3 syllables, divided as shi · ka · ris. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shikaris" have?
"shikaris" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shikaris" into syllables?
"shikaris" is divided into syllables as: shi · ka · ris.
What is the Scrabble score for "shikaris"?
The Scrabble score for "shikaris" is 15 points.
Using “shikaris” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shikaris" (shi · ka · ris) 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, “shikaris” 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 “shikaris”
The letters in “shikaris” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rikishas.