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