How many syllables in “sufferance”?
syllables in "sufferance"
Word details
Syllables
3
suff · eran · ce
Letters
10
s · u · f · f · e · r · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “sufferance”
The word “sufferance” contains 3 syllables, divided as suff · eran · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sufferance" have?
"sufferance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sufferance" into syllables?
"sufferance" is divided into syllables as: suff · eran · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "sufferance"?
The Scrabble score for "sufferance" is 18 points.
Using “sufferance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sufferance" (suff · eran · ce) 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, “sufferance” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.