How many syllables in “demur”?
syllables in "demur"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · mur
Letters
5
d · e · m · u · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “demur”
The word “demur” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · mur. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "demur" have?
"demur" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "demur" into syllables?
"demur" is divided into syllables as: de · mur.
What is the Scrabble score for "demur"?
The Scrabble score for "demur" is 8 points.
Using “demur” in writing
Two-syllable words like "demur" (de · mur) 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, “demur” is worth 8 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 “demur”
The letters in “demur” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mured.