How many syllables in “suspend”?
syllables in "suspend"
Word details
Syllables
2
su · spend
Letters
7
s · u · s · p · e · n · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “suspend”
The word “suspend” contains 2 syllables, divided as su · spend. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suspend" have?
"suspend" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suspend" into syllables?
"suspend" is divided into syllables as: su · spend.
What is the Scrabble score for "suspend"?
The Scrabble score for "suspend" is 10 points.
Using “suspend” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suspend" (su · spend) 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, “suspend” 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 “suspend”
The letters in “suspend” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sendups, upsends.