S

How many syllables in “cursorial”?

3

syllables in "cursorial"

cursorial
database

Word details

Syllables

3

cur · so · rial

Letters

9

c · u · r · s · o · r · i · a · l

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
u1
r1
s1
o1
r1
i1
a1
l1

Count another word

About the word “cursorial

The word cursorial contains 3 syllables, divided as cur · so · rial. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cursorial" have?

"cursorial" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "cursorial" into syllables?

"cursorial" is divided into syllables as: cur · so · rial.

What is the Scrabble score for "cursorial"?

The Scrabble score for "cursorial" is 11 points.

Using “cursorial” in writing

Three-syllable words like "cursorial" (cur · so · rial) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, cursorial is worth 11 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.

Related articles