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How many syllables in “ecdyses”?

2

syllables in "ecdyses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ecdy · ses

Letters

7

e · c · d · y · s · e · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
c3
d2
y4
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “ecdyses

The word ecdyses contains 2 syllables, divided as ecdy · ses. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ecdyses" have?

"ecdyses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "ecdyses" into syllables?

"ecdyses" is divided into syllables as: ecdy · ses.

What is the Scrabble score for "ecdyses"?

The Scrabble score for "ecdyses" is 13 points.

Using “ecdyses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "ecdyses" (ecdy · ses) 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, ecdyses is worth 13 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.

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