How many syllables in “impresses”?
syllables in "impresses"
Word details
Syllables
2
impre · sses
Letters
9
i · m · p · r · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “impresses”
The word “impresses” contains 2 syllables, divided as impre · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impresses" have?
"impresses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "impresses" into syllables?
"impresses" is divided into syllables as: impre · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "impresses"?
The Scrabble score for "impresses" is 13 points.
Using “impresses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "impresses" (impre · sses) 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, “impresses” is worth 13 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 “impresses”
The letters in “impresses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: premisses.