How many syllables in “sauces”?
syllables in "sauces"
Word details
Syllables
2
sau · ces
Letters
6
s · a · u · c · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “sauces”
The word “sauces” contains 2 syllables, divided as sau · ces. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sauces" have?
"sauces" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sauces" into syllables?
"sauces" is divided into syllables as: sau · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "sauces"?
The Scrabble score for "sauces" is 8 points.
Using “sauces” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sauces" (sau · ces) 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, “sauces” 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 “sauces”
The letters in “sauces” can be rearranged to spell one other word: causes.