How many syllables in “recuse”?
syllables in "recuse"
Word details
Syllables
2
rec · use
Letters
6
r · e · c · u · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “recuse”
The word “recuse” contains 2 syllables, divided as rec · use. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recuse" have?
"recuse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recuse" into syllables?
"recuse" is divided into syllables as: rec · use.
What is the Scrabble score for "recuse"?
The Scrabble score for "recuse" is 8 points.
Using “recuse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recuse" (rec · use) 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, “recuse” is worth 8 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 “recuse”
The letters in “recuse” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: cereus, ceruse, rescue, secure.