How many syllables in “seduce”?
syllables in "seduce"
Word details
Syllables
2
sed · uce
Letters
6
s · e · d · u · c · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “seduce”
The word “seduce” contains 2 syllables, divided as sed · uce. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seduce" have?
"seduce" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seduce" into syllables?
"seduce" is divided into syllables as: sed · uce.
What is the Scrabble score for "seduce"?
The Scrabble score for "seduce" is 9 points.
Using “seduce” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seduce" (sed · uce) 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, “seduce” 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 “seduce”
The letters in “seduce” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: deuces, educes.