How many syllables in “seraph”?
syllables in "seraph"
Word details
Syllables
2
se · raph
Letters
6
s · e · r · a · p · h
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “seraph”
The word “seraph” contains 2 syllables, divided as se · raph. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seraph" have?
"seraph" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seraph" into syllables?
"seraph" is divided into syllables as: se · raph.
What is the Scrabble score for "seraph"?
The Scrabble score for "seraph" is 11 points.
Using “seraph” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seraph" (se · raph) 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, “seraph” is worth 11 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 “seraph”
The letters in “seraph” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: phrase, raphes, shaper, sherpa.