How many syllables in “slicker”?
syllables in "slicker"
Word details
Syllables
2
slic · ker
Letters
7
s · l · i · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “slicker”
The word “slicker” contains 2 syllables, divided as slic · ker. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slicker" have?
"slicker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slicker" into syllables?
"slicker" is divided into syllables as: slic · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "slicker"?
The Scrabble score for "slicker" is 13 points.
Using “slicker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slicker" (slic · 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, “slicker” 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.
Anagrams of “slicker”
The letters in “slicker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lickers.