How many syllables in “transcendent”?
syllables in "transcendent"
Word details
Syllables
3
tran · scen · dent
Letters
12
t · r · a · n · s · c · e · n · d · e · n · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “transcendent”
The word “transcendent” contains 3 syllables, divided as tran · scen · dent. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transcendent" have?
"transcendent" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "transcendent" into syllables?
"transcendent" is divided into syllables as: tran · scen · dent.
What is the Scrabble score for "transcendent"?
The Scrabble score for "transcendent" is 15 points.
Using “transcendent” in writing
Three-syllable words like "transcendent" (tran · scen · dent) 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, “transcendent” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.