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How many syllables in “translucence”?

3

syllables in "translucence"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tran · sluc · ence

Letters

12

t · r · a · n · s · l · u · c · e · n · c · e

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
a1
n1
s1
l1
u1
c3
e1
n1
c3
e1

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About the word “translucence

The word translucence contains 3 syllables, divided as tran · sluc · ence. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "translucence" have?

"translucence" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "translucence" into syllables?

"translucence" is divided into syllables as: tran · sluc · ence.

What is the Scrabble score for "translucence"?

The Scrabble score for "translucence" is 16 points.

Using “translucence” in writing

Three-syllable words like "translucence" (tran · sluc · ence) 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, translucence is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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