How many syllables in “curtsy”?
syllables in "curtsy"
Word details
Syllables
2
cur · tsy
Letters
6
c · u · r · t · s · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “curtsy”
The word “curtsy” contains 2 syllables, divided as cur · tsy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curtsy" have?
"curtsy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "curtsy" into syllables?
"curtsy" is divided into syllables as: cur · tsy.
What is the Scrabble score for "curtsy"?
The Scrabble score for "curtsy" is 11 points.
Using “curtsy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "curtsy" (cur · tsy) 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, “curtsy” 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 “curtsy”
The letters in “curtsy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crusty.