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How many syllables in “perdues”?

2

syllables in "perdues"

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Word details

Syllables

2

per · dues

Letters

7

p · e · r · d · u · e · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
e1
r1
d2
u1
e1
s1

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About the word “perdues

The word perdues contains 2 syllables, divided as per · dues. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "perdues" have?

"perdues" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "perdues" into syllables?

"perdues" is divided into syllables as: per · dues.

What is the Scrabble score for "perdues"?

The Scrabble score for "perdues" is 10 points.

Using “perdues” in writing

Two-syllable words like "perdues" (per · dues) 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, perdues 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.

Anagrams of “perdues

The letters in perdues can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: perused, supered.

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