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How many syllables in “cloisonne”?

2

syllables in "cloisonne"

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Word details

Syllables

2

clois · onne

Letters

9

c · l · o · i · s · o · n · n · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
l1
o1
i1
s1
o1
n1
n1
e1

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About the word “cloisonne

The word cloisonne contains 2 syllables, divided as clois · onne. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cloisonne" have?

"cloisonne" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "cloisonne" into syllables?

"cloisonne" is divided into syllables as: clois · onne.

What is the Scrabble score for "cloisonne"?

The Scrabble score for "cloisonne" is 11 points.

Using “cloisonne” in writing

Two-syllable words like "cloisonne" (clois · onne) 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, cloisonne 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.

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