How many syllables in “suasion”?
syllables in "suasion"
Word details
Syllables
2
suasion
Letters
7
s · u · a · s · i · o · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “suasion”
The word “suasion” contains 2 syllables, divided as suasion. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suasion" have?
"suasion" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suasion" into syllables?
"suasion" is divided into syllables as: suasion.
What is the Scrabble score for "suasion"?
The Scrabble score for "suasion" is 7 points.
Using “suasion” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suasion" (suasion) 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, “suasion” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “suasion”
The letters in “suasion” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sanious.