How many syllables in “stateside”?
syllables in "stateside"
Word details
Syllables
3
sta · tes · ide
Letters
9
s · t · a · t · e · s · i · d · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “stateside”
The word “stateside” contains 3 syllables, divided as sta · tes · ide. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stateside" have?
"stateside" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stateside" into syllables?
"stateside" is divided into syllables as: sta · tes · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "stateside"?
The Scrabble score for "stateside" is 10 points.
Using “stateside” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stateside" (sta · tes · ide) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “stateside” is worth 10 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 “stateside”
The letters in “stateside” can be rearranged to spell one other word: steadiest.