How many syllables in “suffuse”?
syllables in "suffuse"
Word details
Syllables
2
suff · use
Letters
7
s · u · f · f · u · s · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “suffuse”
The word “suffuse” contains 2 syllables, divided as suff · use. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suffuse" have?
"suffuse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suffuse" into syllables?
"suffuse" is divided into syllables as: suff · use.
What is the Scrabble score for "suffuse"?
The Scrabble score for "suffuse" is 13 points.
Using “suffuse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suffuse" (suff · use) 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, “suffuse” is worth 13 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.