How many syllables in “trespass”?
syllables in "trespass"
Word details
Syllables
2
tre · spass
Letters
8
t · r · e · s · p · a · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “trespass”
The word “trespass” contains 2 syllables, divided as tre · spass. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trespass" have?
"trespass" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "trespass" into syllables?
"trespass" is divided into syllables as: tre · spass.
What is the Scrabble score for "trespass"?
The Scrabble score for "trespass" is 10 points.
Using “trespass” in writing
Two-syllable words like "trespass" (tre · spass) 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, “trespass” 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 “trespass”
The letters in “trespass” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sparsest.