How many syllables in “sycophants”?
syllables in "sycophants"
Word details
Syllables
3
sy · cop · hants
Letters
10
s · y · c · o · p · h · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “sycophants”
The word “sycophants” contains 3 syllables, divided as sy · cop · hants. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sycophants" have?
"sycophants" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sycophants" into syllables?
"sycophants" is divided into syllables as: sy · cop · hants.
What is the Scrabble score for "sycophants"?
The Scrabble score for "sycophants" is 20 points.
Using “sycophants” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sycophants" (sy · cop · hants) 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, “sycophants” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.