How many syllables in “rhesus”?
syllables in "rhesus"
Word details
Syllables
2
rhe · sus
Letters
6
r · h · e · s · u · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rhesus”
The word “rhesus” contains 2 syllables, divided as rhe · sus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rhesus" have?
"rhesus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rhesus" into syllables?
"rhesus" is divided into syllables as: rhe · sus.
What is the Scrabble score for "rhesus"?
The Scrabble score for "rhesus" is 9 points.
Using “rhesus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rhesus" (rhe · sus) 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, “rhesus” is worth 9 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 “rhesus”
The letters in “rhesus” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: rhuses, rushes, ushers.