How many syllables in “campuses”?
syllables in "campuses"
Word details
Syllables
2
camp · uses
Letters
8
c · a · m · p · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “campuses”
The word “campuses” contains 2 syllables, divided as camp · uses. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "campuses" have?
"campuses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "campuses" into syllables?
"campuses" is divided into syllables as: camp · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "campuses"?
The Scrabble score for "campuses" is 14 points.
Using “campuses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "campuses" (camp · uses) 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, “campuses” 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.