How many syllables in “cereal”?
syllables in "cereal"
Word details
Syllables
2
ce · real
Letters
6
c · e · r · e · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cereal”
The word “cereal” contains 2 syllables, divided as ce · real. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cereal" have?
"cereal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cereal" into syllables?
"cereal" is divided into syllables as: ce · real.
What is the Scrabble score for "cereal"?
The Scrabble score for "cereal" is 8 points.
Using “cereal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cereal" (ce · real) 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, “cereal” 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 “cereal”
The letters in “cereal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: relace.