How many syllables in “coexist”?
syllables in "coexist"
Word details
Syllables
2
coe · xist
Letters
7
c · o · e · x · i · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “coexist”
The word “coexist” contains 2 syllables, divided as coe · xist. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coexist" have?
"coexist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coexist" into syllables?
"coexist" is divided into syllables as: coe · xist.
What is the Scrabble score for "coexist"?
The Scrabble score for "coexist" is 16 points.
Using “coexist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coexist" (coe · xist) 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, “coexist” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “coexist”
The letters in “coexist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: exotics.