How many syllables in “trickeries”?
syllables in "trickeries"
Word details
Syllables
3
tric · ke · ries
Letters
10
t · r · i · c · k · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “trickeries”
The word “trickeries” contains 3 syllables, divided as tric · ke · ries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trickeries" have?
"trickeries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "trickeries" into syllables?
"trickeries" is divided into syllables as: tric · ke · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "trickeries"?
The Scrabble score for "trickeries" is 16 points.
Using “trickeries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "trickeries" (tric · ke · ries) 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, “trickeries” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.