How many syllables in “cernuous”?
syllables in "cernuous"
Word details
Syllables
2
cer · nuous
Letters
8
c · e · r · n · u · o · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “cernuous”
The word “cernuous” contains 2 syllables, divided as cer · nuous. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cernuous" have?
"cernuous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cernuous" into syllables?
"cernuous" is divided into syllables as: cer · nuous.
What is the Scrabble score for "cernuous"?
The Scrabble score for "cernuous" is 10 points.
Using “cernuous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cernuous" (cer · nuous) 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, “cernuous” 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 “cernuous”
The letters in “cernuous” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coenurus.