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How many syllables in “sustenance”?

3

syllables in "sustenance"

sustenance
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Word details

Syllables

3

sust · enan · ce

Letters

10

s · u · s · t · e · n · a · n · c · e

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
u1
s1
t1
e1
n1
a1
n1
c3
e1

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About the word “sustenance

The word sustenance contains 3 syllables, divided as sust · enan · ce. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sustenance" have?

"sustenance" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sustenance" into syllables?

"sustenance" is divided into syllables as: sust · enan · ce.

What is the Scrabble score for "sustenance"?

The Scrabble score for "sustenance" is 12 points.

Using “sustenance” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sustenance" (sust · enan · ce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, sustenance is worth 12 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.

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