How many syllables in “percuss”?
syllables in "percuss"
Word details
Syllables
2
per · cuss
Letters
7
p · e · r · c · u · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “percuss”
The word “percuss” contains 2 syllables, divided as per · cuss. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "percuss" have?
"percuss" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "percuss" into syllables?
"percuss" is divided into syllables as: per · cuss.
What is the Scrabble score for "percuss"?
The Scrabble score for "percuss" is 11 points.
Using “percuss” in writing
Two-syllable words like "percuss" (per · cuss) 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, “percuss” 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 “percuss”
The letters in “percuss” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spruces.