How many syllables in “cutpurses”?
syllables in "cutpurses"
Word details
Syllables
2
cutpu · rses
Letters
9
c · u · t · p · u · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cutpurses”
The word “cutpurses” contains 2 syllables, divided as cutpu · rses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cutpurses" have?
"cutpurses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cutpurses" into syllables?
"cutpurses" is divided into syllables as: cutpu · rses.
What is the Scrabble score for "cutpurses"?
The Scrabble score for "cutpurses" is 13 points.
Using “cutpurses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cutpurses" (cutpu · rses) 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, “cutpurses” is worth 13 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.