How many syllables in “puissance”?
syllables in "puissance"
Word details
Syllables
2
puiss · ance
Letters
9
p · u · i · s · s · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “puissance”
The word “puissance” contains 2 syllables, divided as puiss · ance. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "puissance" have?
"puissance" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "puissance" into syllables?
"puissance" is divided into syllables as: puiss · ance.
What is the Scrabble score for "puissance"?
The Scrabble score for "puissance" is 13 points.
Using “puissance” in writing
Two-syllable words like "puissance" (puiss · ance) 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, “puissance” is worth 13 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.