How many syllables in “largesse”?
syllables in "largesse"
Word details
Syllables
2
larg · esse
Letters
8
l · a · r · g · e · s · s · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “largesse”
The word “largesse” contains 2 syllables, divided as larg · esse. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "largesse" have?
"largesse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "largesse" into syllables?
"largesse" is divided into syllables as: larg · esse.
What is the Scrabble score for "largesse"?
The Scrabble score for "largesse" is 9 points.
Using “largesse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "largesse" (larg · esse) 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, “largesse” is worth 9 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 “largesse”
The letters in “largesse” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: eelgrass, gearless.