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How many syllables in “coincide”?

2

syllables in "coincide"

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Word details

Syllables

2

coin · cide

Letters

8

c · o · i · n · c · i · d · e

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
i1
n1
c3
i1
d2
e1

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About the word “coincide

The word coincide contains 2 syllables, divided as coin · cide. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "coincide" have?

"coincide" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "coincide" into syllables?

"coincide" is divided into syllables as: coin · cide.

What is the Scrabble score for "coincide"?

The Scrabble score for "coincide" is 13 points.

Using “coincide” in writing

Two-syllable words like "coincide" (coin · cide) 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, coincide is worth 13 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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