How many syllables in “cyprus”?
syllables in "cyprus"
Word details
Syllables
2
cy · prus
Letters
6
c · y · p · r · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cyprus”
The word “cyprus” contains 2 syllables, divided as cy · prus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cyprus" have?
"cyprus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cyprus" into syllables?
"cyprus" is divided into syllables as: cy · prus.
What is the Scrabble score for "cyprus"?
The Scrabble score for "cyprus" is 13 points.
Using “cyprus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cyprus" (cy · prus) 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, “cyprus” 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.
Anagrams of “cyprus”
The letters in “cyprus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sprucy.