How many syllables in “ceres”?
syllables in "ceres"
Word details
Syllables
2
ce · res
Letters
5
c · e · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “ceres”
The word “ceres” contains 2 syllables, divided as ce · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ceres" have?
"ceres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ceres" into syllables?
"ceres" is divided into syllables as: ce · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "ceres"?
The Scrabble score for "ceres" is 7 points.
Using “ceres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ceres" (ce · res) 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, “ceres” 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 “ceres”
The letters in “ceres” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scree.