How many syllables in “contours”?
syllables in "contours"
Word details
Syllables
2
con · tours
Letters
8
c · o · n · t · o · u · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “contours”
The word “contours” contains 2 syllables, divided as con · tours. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contours" have?
"contours" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "contours" into syllables?
"contours" is divided into syllables as: con · tours.
What is the Scrabble score for "contours"?
The Scrabble score for "contours" is 10 points.
Using “contours” in writing
Two-syllable words like "contours" (con · tours) 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, “contours” is worth 10 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 “contours”
The letters in “contours” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cornutos, croutons, outscorn.