How many syllables in “cothurnus”?
syllables in "cothurnus"
Word details
Syllables
3
cot · hur · nus
Letters
9
c · o · t · h · u · r · n · u · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cothurnus”
The word “cothurnus” contains 3 syllables, divided as cot · hur · nus. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cothurnus" have?
"cothurnus" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cothurnus" into syllables?
"cothurnus" is divided into syllables as: cot · hur · nus.
What is the Scrabble score for "cothurnus"?
The Scrabble score for "cothurnus" is 14 points.
Using “cothurnus” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cothurnus" (cot · hur · nus) 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, “cothurnus” is worth 14 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.