How many syllables in “cysteines”?
syllables in "cysteines"
Word details
Syllables
3
cy · stei · nes
Letters
9
c · y · s · t · e · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cysteines”
The word “cysteines” contains 3 syllables, divided as cy · stei · nes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cysteines" have?
"cysteines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cysteines" into syllables?
"cysteines" is divided into syllables as: cy · stei · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cysteines"?
The Scrabble score for "cysteines" is 14 points.
Using “cysteines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cysteines" (cy · stei · nes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cysteines” is worth 14 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 “cysteines”
The letters in “cysteines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: necessity.