How many syllables in “cystine”?
syllables in "cystine"
Word details
Syllables
2
cyst · ine
Letters
7
c · y · s · t · i · n · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cystine”
The word “cystine” contains 2 syllables, divided as cyst · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cystine" have?
"cystine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cystine" into syllables?
"cystine" is divided into syllables as: cyst · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "cystine"?
The Scrabble score for "cystine" is 12 points.
Using “cystine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cystine" (cyst · ine) 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, “cystine” is worth 12 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 “cystine”
The letters in “cystine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cystein.