How many syllables in “courtesies”?
syllables in "courtesies"
Word details
Syllables
3
cour · te · sies
Letters
10
c · o · u · r · t · e · s · i · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “courtesies”
The word “courtesies” contains 3 syllables, divided as cour · te · sies. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "courtesies" have?
"courtesies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "courtesies" into syllables?
"courtesies" is divided into syllables as: cour · te · sies.
What is the Scrabble score for "courtesies"?
The Scrabble score for "courtesies" is 12 points.
Using “courtesies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "courtesies" (cour · te · sies) 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, “courtesies” 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.