How many syllables in “slipcase”?
syllables in "slipcase"
Word details
Syllables
2
slip · case
Letters
8
s · l · i · p · c · a · s · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “slipcase”
The word “slipcase” contains 2 syllables, divided as slip · case. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slipcase" have?
"slipcase" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slipcase" into syllables?
"slipcase" is divided into syllables as: slip · case.
What is the Scrabble score for "slipcase"?
The Scrabble score for "slipcase" is 12 points.
Using “slipcase” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slipcase" (slip · case) 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, “slipcase” 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 “slipcase”
The letters in “slipcase” can be rearranged to spell one other word: specials.