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How many syllables in “nuclease”?

2

syllables in "nuclease"

nuclease
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Word details

Syllables

2

nucl · ease

Letters

8

n · u · c · l · e · a · s · e

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
u1
c3
l1
e1
a1
s1
e1

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About the word “nuclease

The word nuclease contains 2 syllables, divided as nucl · ease. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nuclease" have?

"nuclease" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "nuclease" into syllables?

"nuclease" is divided into syllables as: nucl · ease.

What is the Scrabble score for "nuclease"?

The Scrabble score for "nuclease" is 10 points.

Using “nuclease” in writing

Two-syllable words like "nuclease" (nucl · ease) 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, nuclease 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.

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