How many syllables in “center”?
syllables in "center"
Word details
Syllables
2
cen · ter
Letters
6
c · e · n · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “center”
The word “center” contains 2 syllables, divided as cen · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "center" have?
"center" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "center" into syllables?
"center" is divided into syllables as: cen · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "center"?
The Scrabble score for "center" is 8 points.
Using “center” in writing
Two-syllable words like "center" (cen · ter) 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, “center” is worth 8 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 “center”
The letters in “center” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: centre, recent, tenrec.