How many syllables in “enlaced”?
syllables in "enlaced"
Word details
Syllables
2
enla · ced
Letters
7
e · n · l · a · c · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “enlaced”
The word “enlaced” contains 2 syllables, divided as enla · ced. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enlaced" have?
"enlaced" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "enlaced" into syllables?
"enlaced" is divided into syllables as: enla · ced.
What is the Scrabble score for "enlaced"?
The Scrabble score for "enlaced" is 10 points.
Using “enlaced” in writing
Two-syllable words like "enlaced" (enla · ced) 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, “enlaced” is worth 10 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 “enlaced”
The letters in “enlaced” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cleaned.