How many syllables in “espousal”?
syllables in "espousal"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · spou · sal
Letters
8
e · s · p · o · u · s · a · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “espousal”
The word “espousal” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · spou · sal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "espousal" have?
"espousal" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "espousal" into syllables?
"espousal" is divided into syllables as: e · spou · sal.
What is the Scrabble score for "espousal"?
The Scrabble score for "espousal" is 10 points.
Using “espousal” in writing
Three-syllable words like "espousal" (e · spou · sal) 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, “espousal” 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 “espousal”
The letters in “espousal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sepalous.