How many syllables in “supplicants”?
syllables in "supplicants"
Word details
Syllables
3
sup · pli · cants
Letters
11
s · u · p · p · l · i · c · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “supplicants”
The word “supplicants” contains 3 syllables, divided as sup · pli · cants. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "supplicants" have?
"supplicants" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "supplicants" into syllables?
"supplicants" is divided into syllables as: sup · pli · cants.
What is the Scrabble score for "supplicants"?
The Scrabble score for "supplicants" is 17 points.
Using “supplicants” in writing
Three-syllable words like "supplicants" (sup · pli · cants) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “supplicants” 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.