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