How many syllables in “curs”?
syllable in "curs"
Word details
Syllables
1
curs
Letters
4
c · u · r · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “curs”
The word “curs” contains 1 syllable, divided as curs. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curs" have?
"curs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "curs" into syllables?
"curs" is divided into syllables as: curs.
What is the Scrabble score for "curs"?
The Scrabble score for "curs" is 6 points.
Using “curs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "curs" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “curs” is worth 6 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 “curs”
The letters in “curs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crus.