How many syllables in “cercus”?
syllables in "cercus"
Word details
Syllables
2
cer · cus
Letters
6
c · e · r · c · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “cercus”
The word “cercus” contains 2 syllables, divided as cer · cus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cercus" have?
"cercus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cercus" into syllables?
"cercus" is divided into syllables as: cer · cus.
What is the Scrabble score for "cercus"?
The Scrabble score for "cercus" is 10 points.
Using “cercus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cercus" (cer · cus) 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, “cercus” is worth 10 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 “cercus”
The letters in “cercus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cruces.