How many syllables in “suitcase”?
syllables in "suitcase"
Word details
Syllables
2
suit · case
Letters
8
s · u · i · t · c · a · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “suitcase”
The word “suitcase” contains 2 syllables, divided as suit · case. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suitcase" have?
"suitcase" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suitcase" into syllables?
"suitcase" is divided into syllables as: suit · case.
What is the Scrabble score for "suitcase"?
The Scrabble score for "suitcase" is 10 points.
Using “suitcase” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suitcase" (suit · case) 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, “suitcase” 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 “suitcase”
The letters in “suitcase” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sauciest.