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How many syllables in “sickens”?

2

syllables in "sickens"

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Word details

Syllables

2

sic · kens

Letters

7

s · i · c · k · e · n · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
i1
c3
k5
e1
n1
s1

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About the word “sickens

The word sickens contains 2 syllables, divided as sic · kens. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sickens" have?

"sickens" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "sickens" into syllables?

"sickens" is divided into syllables as: sic · kens.

What is the Scrabble score for "sickens"?

The Scrabble score for "sickens" is 13 points.

Using “sickens” in writing

Two-syllable words like "sickens" (sic · kens) 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, sickens 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.

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