How many syllables in “duchesses”?
syllables in "duchesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
duche · sses
Letters
9
d · u · c · h · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “duchesses”
The word “duchesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as duche · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duchesses" have?
"duchesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "duchesses" into syllables?
"duchesses" is divided into syllables as: duche · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "duchesses"?
The Scrabble score for "duchesses" is 15 points.
Using “duchesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "duchesses" (duche · sses) 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, “duchesses” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.