How many syllables in “sycophant”?
syllables in "sycophant"
Word details
Syllables
3
sy · cop · hant
Letters
9
s · y · c · o · p · h · a · n · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “sycophant”
The word “sycophant” contains 3 syllables, divided as sy · cop · hant. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sycophant" have?
"sycophant" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sycophant" into syllables?
"sycophant" is divided into syllables as: sy · cop · hant.
What is the Scrabble score for "sycophant"?
The Scrabble score for "sycophant" is 19 points.
Using “sycophant” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sycophant" (sy · cop · hant) 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, “sycophant” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.