How many syllables in “undersea”?
syllables in "undersea"
Word details
Syllables
3
un · der · sea
Letters
8
u · n · d · e · r · s · e · a
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “undersea”
The word “undersea” contains 3 syllables, divided as un · der · sea. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "undersea" have?
"undersea" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "undersea" into syllables?
"undersea" is divided into syllables as: un · der · sea.
What is the Scrabble score for "undersea"?
The Scrabble score for "undersea" is 9 points.
Using “undersea” in writing
Three-syllable words like "undersea" (un · der · sea) 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, “undersea” is worth 9 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 “undersea”
The letters in “undersea” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: unerased, unseared.