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How many syllables in “insurgence”?

3

syllables in "insurgence"

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Word details

Syllables

3

insu · rgen · ce

Letters

10

i · n · s · u · r · g · e · n · c · e

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

i1
n1
s1
u1
r1
g2
e1
n1
c3
e1

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About the word “insurgence

The word insurgence contains 3 syllables, divided as insu · rgen · ce. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "insurgence" have?

"insurgence" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "insurgence" into syllables?

"insurgence" is divided into syllables as: insu · rgen · ce.

What is the Scrabble score for "insurgence"?

The Scrabble score for "insurgence" is 13 points.

Using “insurgence” in writing

Three-syllable words like "insurgence" (insu · rgen · ce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, insurgence 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.

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