How many syllables in “duce”?
syllable in "duce"
Word details
Syllables
1
duce
Letters
4
d · u · c · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “duce”
The word “duce” contains 1 syllable, divided as duce. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duce" have?
"duce" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "duce" into syllables?
"duce" is divided into syllables as: duce.
What is the Scrabble score for "duce"?
The Scrabble score for "duce" is 7 points.
Using “duce” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "duce" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “duce” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “duce”
The letters in “duce” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cued.