How many syllables in “sicker”?
syllables in "sicker"
Word details
Syllables
2
sic · ker
Letters
6
s · i · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sicker”
The word “sicker” contains 2 syllables, divided as sic · ker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sicker" have?
"sicker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sicker" into syllables?
"sicker" is divided into syllables as: sic · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "sicker"?
The Scrabble score for "sicker" is 12 points.
Using “sicker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sicker" (sic · ker) 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, “sicker” is worth 12 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 “sicker”
The letters in “sicker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ickers.