How many syllables in “sympathise”?
syllables in "sympathise"
Word details
Syllables
3
symp · athi · se
Letters
10
s · y · m · p · a · t · h · i · s · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “sympathise”
The word “sympathise” contains 3 syllables, divided as symp · athi · se. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sympathise" have?
"sympathise" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sympathise" into syllables?
"sympathise" is divided into syllables as: symp · athi · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "sympathise"?
The Scrabble score for "sympathise" is 20 points.
Using “sympathise” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sympathise" (symp · athi · se) 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, “sympathise” 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.
Anagrams of “sympathise”
The letters in “sympathise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sympathies.