How many syllables in “dunces”?
syllables in "dunces"
Word details
Syllables
2
dun · ces
Letters
6
d · u · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dunces”
The word “dunces” contains 2 syllables, divided as dun · ces. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dunces" have?
"dunces" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dunces" into syllables?
"dunces" is divided into syllables as: dun · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "dunces"?
The Scrabble score for "dunces" is 9 points.
Using “dunces” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dunces" (dun · ces) 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, “dunces” is worth 9 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 “dunces”
The letters in “dunces” can be rearranged to spell one other word: secund.