How many syllables in “rhesuses”?
syllables in "rhesuses"
Word details
Syllables
2
rhes · uses
Letters
8
r · h · e · s · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “rhesuses”
The word “rhesuses” contains 2 syllables, divided as rhes · uses. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rhesuses" have?
"rhesuses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rhesuses" into syllables?
"rhesuses" is divided into syllables as: rhes · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "rhesuses"?
The Scrabble score for "rhesuses" is 11 points.
Using “rhesuses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rhesuses" (rhes · uses) 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, “rhesuses” is worth 11 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.