How many syllables in “curried”?
syllables in "curried"
Word details
Syllables
2
cur · ried
Letters
7
c · u · r · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “curried”
The word “curried” contains 2 syllables, divided as cur · ried. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curried" have?
"curried" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "curried" into syllables?
"curried" is divided into syllables as: cur · ried.
What is the Scrabble score for "curried"?
The Scrabble score for "curried" is 10 points.
Using “curried” in writing
Two-syllable words like "curried" (cur · ried) 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, “curried” 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 “curried”
The letters in “curried” can be rearranged to spell one other word: curdier.