How many syllables in “cease”?
syllable in "cease"
Word details
Syllables
1
cease
Letters
5
c · e · a · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “cease”
The word “cease” contains 1 syllable, divided as cease. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cease" have?
"cease" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cease" into syllables?
"cease" is divided into syllables as: cease.
What is the Scrabble score for "cease"?
The Scrabble score for "cease" is 7 points.
Using “cease” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cease" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cease” 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.