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