S

How many syllables in “suckless”?

2

syllables in "suckless"

suckless
database

Word details

Syllables

2

suc · kless

Letters

8

s · u · c · k · l · e · s · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
u1
c3
k5
l1
e1
s1
s1

Count another word

About the word “suckless

The word suckless contains 2 syllables, divided as suc · kless. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "suckless" have?

"suckless" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "suckless" into syllables?

"suckless" is divided into syllables as: suc · kless.

What is the Scrabble score for "suckless"?

The Scrabble score for "suckless" is 14 points.

Using “suckless” in writing

Two-syllable words like "suckless" (suc · kless) 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, suckless is worth 14 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.

Related articles