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