How many syllables in “succor”?
syllables in "succor"
Word details
Syllables
2
suc · cor
Letters
6
s · u · c · c · o · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “succor”
The word “succor” contains 2 syllables, divided as suc · cor. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "succor" have?
"succor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "succor" into syllables?
"succor" is divided into syllables as: suc · cor.
What is the Scrabble score for "succor"?
The Scrabble score for "succor" is 10 points.
Using “succor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "succor" (suc · cor) 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, “succor” 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 “succor”
The letters in “succor” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: crocus, occurs.