How many syllables in “skeptic”?
syllables in "skeptic"
Word details
Syllables
2
skep · tic
Letters
7
s · k · e · p · t · i · c
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “skeptic”
The word “skeptic” contains 2 syllables, divided as skep · tic. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skeptic" have?
"skeptic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "skeptic" into syllables?
"skeptic" is divided into syllables as: skep · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "skeptic"?
The Scrabble score for "skeptic" is 15 points.
Using “skeptic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "skeptic" (skep · tic) 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, “skeptic” 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 “skeptic”
The letters in “skeptic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pickets.