How many syllables in “sic”?
syllable in "sic"
Word details
Syllables
1
sic
Letters
3
s · i · c
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sic”
The word “sic” contains 1 syllable, divided as sic. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sic" have?
"sic" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sic" into syllables?
"sic" is divided into syllables as: sic.
What is the Scrabble score for "sic"?
The Scrabble score for "sic" is 5 points.
Using “sic” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sic" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sic” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sic”
The letters in “sic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cis.