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