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How many syllables in “essences”?

3

syllables in "essences"

essences
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Word details

Syllables

3

es · sen · ces

Letters

8

e · s · s · e · n · c · e · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
s1
s1
e1
n1
c3
e1
s1

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About the word “essences

The word essences contains 3 syllables, divided as es · sen · ces. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "essences" have?

"essences" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "essences" into syllables?

"essences" is divided into syllables as: es · sen · ces.

What is the Scrabble score for "essences"?

The Scrabble score for "essences" is 10 points.

Using “essences” in writing

Three-syllable words like "essences" (es · sen · ces) 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, essences 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.

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