How many syllables in “tzaddikim”?
syllables in "tzaddikim"
Word details
Syllables
3
tzad · di · kim
Letters
9
t · z · a · d · d · i · k · i · m
Scrabble
26
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About the word “tzaddikim”
The word “tzaddikim” contains 3 syllables, divided as tzad · di · kim. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tzaddikim" have?
"tzaddikim" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tzaddikim" into syllables?
"tzaddikim" is divided into syllables as: tzad · di · kim.
What is the Scrabble score for "tzaddikim"?
The Scrabble score for "tzaddikim" is 26 points.
Using “tzaddikim” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tzaddikim" (tzad · di · kim) 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, “tzaddikim” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.