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How many syllables in “passus”?

2

syllables in "passus"

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Word details

Syllables

2

pas · sus

Letters

6

p · a · s · s · u · s

Scrabble

8

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Scrabble letter values

p3
a1
s1
s1
u1
s1

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About the word “passus

The word passus contains 2 syllables, divided as pas · sus. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "passus" have?

"passus" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "passus" into syllables?

"passus" is divided into syllables as: pas · sus.

What is the Scrabble score for "passus"?

The Scrabble score for "passus" is 8 points.

Using “passus” in writing

Two-syllable words like "passus" (pas · sus) 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, passus is worth 8 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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