How many syllables in “cense”?
syllable in "cense"
Word details
Syllables
1
cense
Letters
5
c · e · n · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “cense”
The word “cense” contains 1 syllable, divided as cense. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cense" have?
"cense" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cense" into syllables?
"cense" is divided into syllables as: cense.
What is the Scrabble score for "cense"?
The Scrabble score for "cense" is 7 points.
Using “cense” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cense" 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, “cense” 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 “cense”
The letters in “cense” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scene.