How many syllables in “cerci”?
syllables in "cerci"
Word details
Syllables
2
cer · ci
Letters
5
c · e · r · c · i
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cerci”
The word “cerci” contains 2 syllables, divided as cer · ci. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cerci" have?
"cerci" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cerci" into syllables?
"cerci" is divided into syllables as: cer · ci.
What is the Scrabble score for "cerci"?
The Scrabble score for "cerci" is 9 points.
Using “cerci” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cerci" (cer · ci) 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, “cerci” is worth 9 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 “cerci”
The letters in “cerci” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ceric.