How many syllables in “cesspit”?
syllables in "cesspit"
Word details
Syllables
2
ces · spit
Letters
7
c · e · s · s · p · i · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cesspit”
The word “cesspit” contains 2 syllables, divided as ces · spit. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cesspit" have?
"cesspit" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cesspit" into syllables?
"cesspit" is divided into syllables as: ces · spit.
What is the Scrabble score for "cesspit"?
The Scrabble score for "cesspit" is 11 points.
Using “cesspit” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cesspit" (ces · spit) 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, “cesspit” is worth 11 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 “cesspit”
The letters in “cesspit” can be rearranged to spell one other word: septics.