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