How many syllables in “curser”?
syllables in "curser"
Word details
Syllables
2
cur · ser
Letters
6
c · u · r · s · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “curser”
The word “curser” contains 2 syllables, divided as cur · ser. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curser" have?
"curser" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "curser" into syllables?
"curser" is divided into syllables as: cur · ser.
What is the Scrabble score for "curser"?
The Scrabble score for "curser" is 8 points.
Using “curser” in writing
Two-syllable words like "curser" (cur · ser) 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, “curser” is worth 8 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 “curser”
The letters in “curser” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: curers, recurs.