How many syllables in “corpus”?
syllables in "corpus"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · pus
Letters
6
c · o · r · p · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “corpus”
The word “corpus” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · pus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corpus" have?
"corpus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corpus" into syllables?
"corpus" is divided into syllables as: cor · pus.
What is the Scrabble score for "corpus"?
The Scrabble score for "corpus" is 10 points.
Using “corpus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corpus" (cor · pus) 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, “corpus” 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 “corpus”
The letters in “corpus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: croups.