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