How many syllables in “upsets”?
syllables in "upsets"
Word details
Syllables
2
up · sets
Letters
6
u · p · s · e · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “upsets”
The word “upsets” contains 2 syllables, divided as up · sets. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "upsets" have?
"upsets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "upsets" into syllables?
"upsets" is divided into syllables as: up · sets.
What is the Scrabble score for "upsets"?
The Scrabble score for "upsets" is 8 points.
Using “upsets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "upsets" (up · sets) 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, “upsets” is worth 8 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 “upsets”
The letters in “upsets” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: setups, stupes.