How many syllables in “demurred”?
syllables in "demurred"
Word details
Syllables
2
demu · rred
Letters
8
d · e · m · u · r · r · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “demurred”
The word “demurred” contains 2 syllables, divided as demu · rred. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "demurred" have?
"demurred" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "demurred" into syllables?
"demurred" is divided into syllables as: demu · rred.
What is the Scrabble score for "demurred"?
The Scrabble score for "demurred" is 12 points.
Using “demurred” in writing
Two-syllable words like "demurred" (demu · rred) 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, “demurred” is worth 12 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 “demurred”
The letters in “demurred” can be rearranged to spell one other word: murdered.