How many syllables in “recused”?
syllables in "recused"
Word details
Syllables
2
recu · sed
Letters
7
r · e · c · u · s · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “recused”
The word “recused” contains 2 syllables, divided as recu · sed. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recused" have?
"recused" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recused" into syllables?
"recused" is divided into syllables as: recu · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "recused"?
The Scrabble score for "recused" is 10 points.
Using “recused” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recused" (recu · 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, “recused” 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 “recused”
The letters in “recused” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: reduces, rescued, secured, seducer.