How many syllables in “aspis”?
syllables in "aspis"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · spis
Letters
5
a · s · p · i · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “aspis”
The word “aspis” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · spis. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aspis" have?
"aspis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aspis" into syllables?
"aspis" is divided into syllables as: a · spis.
What is the Scrabble score for "aspis"?
The Scrabble score for "aspis" is 7 points.
Using “aspis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aspis" (a · spis) 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, “aspis” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “aspis”
The letters in “aspis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: apsis.