How many syllables in “suffuses”?
syllables in "suffuses"
Word details
Syllables
2
suff · uses
Letters
8
s · u · f · f · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “suffuses”
The word “suffuses” contains 2 syllables, divided as suff · uses. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suffuses" have?
"suffuses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suffuses" into syllables?
"suffuses" is divided into syllables as: suff · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "suffuses"?
The Scrabble score for "suffuses" is 14 points.
Using “suffuses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suffuses" (suff · uses) 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, “suffuses” 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.