How many syllables in “stickball”?
syllables in "stickball"
Word details
Syllables
2
stic · kball
Letters
9
s · t · i · c · k · b · a · l · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “stickball”
The word “stickball” contains 2 syllables, divided as stic · kball. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stickball" have?
"stickball" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stickball" into syllables?
"stickball" is divided into syllables as: stic · kball.
What is the Scrabble score for "stickball"?
The Scrabble score for "stickball" is 17 points.
Using “stickball” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stickball" (stic · kball) 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, “stickball” is worth 17 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 “stickball”
The letters in “stickball” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blacklist.