How many syllables in “perused”?
syllables in "perused"
Word details
Syllables
2
peru · sed
Letters
7
p · e · r · u · s · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “perused”
The word “perused” contains 2 syllables, divided as peru · sed. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perused" have?
"perused" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "perused" into syllables?
"perused" is divided into syllables as: peru · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "perused"?
The Scrabble score for "perused" is 10 points.
Using “perused” in writing
Two-syllable words like "perused" (peru · sed) 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, “perused” 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 “perused”
The letters in “perused” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: perdues, supered.