How many syllables in “datura”?
syllables in "datura"
Word details
Syllables
3
da · tu · ra
Letters
6
d · a · t · u · r · a
Scrabble
7
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About the word “datura”
The word “datura” contains 3 syllables, divided as da · tu · ra. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "datura" have?
"datura" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "datura" into syllables?
"datura" is divided into syllables as: da · tu · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "datura"?
The Scrabble score for "datura" is 7 points.
Using “datura” in writing
Three-syllable words like "datura" (da · tu · ra) 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, “datura” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.