How many syllables in “sunset”?
syllables in "sunset"
Word details
Syllables
2
sun · set
Letters
6
s · u · n · s · e · t
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “sunset”
The word “sunset” contains 2 syllables, divided as sun · set. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sunset" have?
"sunset" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sunset" into syllables?
"sunset" is divided into syllables as: sun · set.
What is the Scrabble score for "sunset"?
The Scrabble score for "sunset" is 6 points.
Using “sunset” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sunset" (sun · set) 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, “sunset” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sunset”
The letters in “sunset” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unsets.