How many syllables in “quasi”?
syllables in "quasi"
Word details
Syllables
2
qua · si
Letters
5
q · u · a · s · i
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “quasi”
The word “quasi” contains 2 syllables, divided as qua · si. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quasi" have?
"quasi" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "quasi" into syllables?
"quasi" is divided into syllables as: qua · si.
What is the Scrabble score for "quasi"?
The Scrabble score for "quasi" is 14 points.
Using “quasi” in writing
Two-syllable words like "quasi" (qua · si) 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, “quasi” is worth 14 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 “quasi”
The letters in “quasi” can be rearranged to spell one other word: quais.