How many syllables in “vespine”?
syllables in "vespine"
Word details
Syllables
2
vesp · ine
Letters
7
v · e · s · p · i · n · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “vespine”
The word “vespine” contains 2 syllables, divided as vesp · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vespine" have?
"vespine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vespine" into syllables?
"vespine" is divided into syllables as: vesp · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "vespine"?
The Scrabble score for "vespine" is 12 points.
Using “vespine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vespine" (vesp · ine) 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, “vespine” is worth 12 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 “vespine”
The letters in “vespine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pensive.