How many syllables in “sticklers”?
syllables in "sticklers"
Word details
Syllables
2
stic · klers
Letters
9
s · t · i · c · k · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “sticklers”
The word “sticklers” contains 2 syllables, divided as stic · klers. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sticklers" have?
"sticklers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sticklers" into syllables?
"sticklers" is divided into syllables as: stic · klers.
What is the Scrabble score for "sticklers"?
The Scrabble score for "sticklers" is 15 points.
Using “sticklers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sticklers" (stic · klers) 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, “sticklers” 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 “sticklers”
The letters in “sticklers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: strickles.