How many syllables in “transcends”?
syllables in "transcends"
Word details
Syllables
2
tran · scends
Letters
10
t · r · a · n · s · c · e · n · d · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “transcends”
The word “transcends” contains 2 syllables, divided as tran · scends. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transcends" have?
"transcends" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "transcends" into syllables?
"transcends" is divided into syllables as: tran · scends.
What is the Scrabble score for "transcends"?
The Scrabble score for "transcends" is 13 points.
Using “transcends” in writing
Two-syllable words like "transcends" (tran · scends) 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, “transcends” is worth 13 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.