How many syllables in “cess”?
syllable in "cess"
Word details
Syllables
1
cess
Letters
4
c · e · s · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cess”
The word “cess” contains 1 syllable, divided as cess. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cess" have?
"cess" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cess" into syllables?
"cess" is divided into syllables as: cess.
What is the Scrabble score for "cess"?
The Scrabble score for "cess" is 6 points.
Using “cess” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cess" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cess” is worth 6 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 “cess”
The letters in “cess” can be rearranged to spell one other word: secs.