How many syllables in “accesses”?
syllables in "accesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
acce · sses
Letters
8
a · c · c · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “accesses”
The word “accesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as acce · sses. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accesses" have?
"accesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "accesses" into syllables?
"accesses" is divided into syllables as: acce · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "accesses"?
The Scrabble score for "accesses" is 12 points.
Using “accesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "accesses" (acce · sses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “accesses” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.