How many syllables in “sepulchre”?
syllables in "sepulchre"
Word details
Syllables
2
sepul · chre
Letters
9
s · e · p · u · l · c · h · r · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sepulchre”
The word “sepulchre” contains 2 syllables, divided as sepul · chre. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sepulchre" have?
"sepulchre" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sepulchre" into syllables?
"sepulchre" is divided into syllables as: sepul · chre.
What is the Scrabble score for "sepulchre"?
The Scrabble score for "sepulchre" is 16 points.
Using “sepulchre” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sepulchre" (sepul · chre) 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, “sepulchre” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “sepulchre”
The letters in “sepulchre” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sepulcher.