How many syllables in “saccade”?
syllables in "saccade"
Word details
Syllables
2
sacc · ade
Letters
7
s · a · c · c · a · d · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “saccade”
The word “saccade” contains 2 syllables, divided as sacc · ade. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "saccade" have?
"saccade" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "saccade" into syllables?
"saccade" is divided into syllables as: sacc · ade.
What is the Scrabble score for "saccade"?
The Scrabble score for "saccade" is 12 points.
Using “saccade” in writing
Two-syllable words like "saccade" (sacc · ade) 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, “saccade” is worth 12 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 “saccade”
The letters in “saccade” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cascade.