How many syllables in “cuspid”?
syllables in "cuspid"
Word details
Syllables
2
cu · spid
Letters
6
c · u · s · p · i · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cuspid”
The word “cuspid” contains 2 syllables, divided as cu · spid. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cuspid" have?
"cuspid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cuspid" into syllables?
"cuspid" is divided into syllables as: cu · spid.
What is the Scrabble score for "cuspid"?
The Scrabble score for "cuspid" is 11 points.
Using “cuspid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cuspid" (cu · spid) 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, “cuspid” 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.
Anagrams of “cuspid”
The letters in “cuspid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cupids.