How many syllables in “cures”?
syllables in "cures"
Word details
Syllables
2
cu · res
Letters
5
c · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “cures”
The word “cures” contains 2 syllables, divided as cu · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cures" have?
"cures" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cures" into syllables?
"cures" is divided into syllables as: cu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "cures"?
The Scrabble score for "cures" is 7 points.
Using “cures” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cures" (cu · res) 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, “cures” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “cures”
The letters in “cures” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: cruse, curse, ecrus, sucre.