How many syllables in “vouchsafes”?
syllables in "vouchsafes"
Word details
Syllables
3
vouc · hsa · fes
Letters
10
v · o · u · c · h · s · a · f · e · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “vouchsafes”
The word “vouchsafes” contains 3 syllables, divided as vouc · hsa · fes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vouchsafes" have?
"vouchsafes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "vouchsafes" into syllables?
"vouchsafes" is divided into syllables as: vouc · hsa · fes.
What is the Scrabble score for "vouchsafes"?
The Scrabble score for "vouchsafes" is 21 points.
Using “vouchsafes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "vouchsafes" (vouc · hsa · fes) 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, “vouchsafes” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.