How many syllables in “embraced”?
syllables in "embraced"
Word details
Syllables
2
embr · aced
Letters
8
e · m · b · r · a · c · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “embraced”
The word “embraced” contains 2 syllables, divided as embr · aced. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embraced" have?
"embraced" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "embraced" into syllables?
"embraced" is divided into syllables as: embr · aced.
What is the Scrabble score for "embraced"?
The Scrabble score for "embraced" is 15 points.
Using “embraced” in writing
Two-syllable words like "embraced" (embr · aced) 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, “embraced” 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.
Anagrams of “embraced”
The letters in “embraced” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cambered.