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How many syllables in “focuses”?

2

syllables in "focuses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

focu · ses

Letters

7

f · o · c · u · s · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

f4
o1
c3
u1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “focuses

The word focuses contains 2 syllables, divided as focu · ses. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "focuses" have?

"focuses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "focuses" into syllables?

"focuses" is divided into syllables as: focu · ses.

What is the Scrabble score for "focuses"?

The Scrabble score for "focuses" is 12 points.

Using “focuses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "focuses" (focu · ses) 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, focuses is worth 12 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 “focuses

The letters in focuses can be rearranged to spell one other word: fucoses.

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