How many syllables in “beseech”?
syllables in "beseech"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · seech
Letters
7
b · e · s · e · e · c · h
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “beseech”
The word “beseech” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · seech. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beseech" have?
"beseech" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "beseech" into syllables?
"beseech" is divided into syllables as: be · seech.
What is the Scrabble score for "beseech"?
The Scrabble score for "beseech" is 14 points.
Using “beseech” in writing
Two-syllable words like "beseech" (be · seech) 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, “beseech” is worth 14 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.
Anagrams of “beseech”
The letters in “beseech” can be rearranged to spell one other word: beeches.