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