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How many syllables in “akene”?

2

syllables in "akene"

akene
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Word details

Syllables

2

ake · ne

Letters

5

a · k · e · n · e

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
k5
e1
n1
e1

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About the word “akene

The word akene contains 2 syllables, divided as ake · ne. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "akene" have?

"akene" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "akene" into syllables?

"akene" is divided into syllables as: ake · ne.

What is the Scrabble score for "akene"?

The Scrabble score for "akene" is 9 points.

Using “akene” in writing

Two-syllable words like "akene" (ake · ne) 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, akene is worth 9 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.

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