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How many syllables in “emphasised”?

3

syllables in "emphasised"

emphasised
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Word details

Syllables

3

emph · asis · ed

Letters

10

e · m · p · h · a · s · i · s · e · d

Scrabble

18

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Scrabble letter values

e1
m3
p3
h4
a1
s1
i1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “emphasised

The word emphasised contains 3 syllables, divided as emph · asis · ed. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "emphasised" have?

"emphasised" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "emphasised" into syllables?

"emphasised" is divided into syllables as: emph · asis · ed.

What is the Scrabble score for "emphasised"?

The Scrabble score for "emphasised" is 18 points.

Using “emphasised” in writing

Three-syllable words like "emphasised" (emph · asis · ed) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, emphasised is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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