How many syllables in “curtsied”?
syllables in "curtsied"
Word details
Syllables
2
cur · tsied
Letters
8
c · u · r · t · s · i · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “curtsied”
The word “curtsied” contains 2 syllables, divided as cur · tsied. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curtsied" have?
"curtsied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "curtsied" into syllables?
"curtsied" is divided into syllables as: cur · tsied.
What is the Scrabble score for "curtsied"?
The Scrabble score for "curtsied" is 11 points.
Using “curtsied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "curtsied" (cur · tsied) 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, “curtsied” 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.
Anagrams of “curtsied”
The letters in “curtsied” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: crudites, curdiest.