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How many syllables in “inspect”?

2

syllables in "inspect"

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Word details

Syllables

2

in · spect

Letters

7

i · n · s · p · e · c · t

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

i1
n1
s1
p3
e1
c3
t1

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About the word “inspect

The word inspect contains 2 syllables, divided as in · spect. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "inspect" have?

"inspect" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "inspect" into syllables?

"inspect" is divided into syllables as: in · spect.

What is the Scrabble score for "inspect"?

The Scrabble score for "inspect" is 11 points.

Using “inspect” in writing

Two-syllable words like "inspect" (in · spect) 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, inspect is worth 11 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 “inspect

The letters in inspect can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: incepts, pectins.

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