How many syllables in “closure”?
syllables in "closure"
Word details
Syllables
2
clos · ure
Letters
7
c · l · o · s · u · r · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “closure”
The word “closure” contains 2 syllables, divided as clos · ure. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "closure" have?
"closure" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "closure" into syllables?
"closure" is divided into syllables as: clos · ure.
What is the Scrabble score for "closure"?
The Scrabble score for "closure" is 9 points.
Using “closure” in writing
Two-syllable words like "closure" (clos · ure) 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, “closure” 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 “closure”
The letters in “closure” can be rearranged to spell one other word: colures.