How many syllables in “stilbene”?
syllables in "stilbene"
Word details
Syllables
2
stil · bene
Letters
8
s · t · i · l · b · e · n · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “stilbene”
The word “stilbene” contains 2 syllables, divided as stil · bene. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stilbene" have?
"stilbene" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stilbene" into syllables?
"stilbene" is divided into syllables as: stil · bene.
What is the Scrabble score for "stilbene"?
The Scrabble score for "stilbene" is 10 points.
Using “stilbene” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stilbene" (stil · bene) 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, “stilbene” 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 “stilbene”
The letters in “stilbene” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tensible.