How many syllables in “dhurrie”?
syllables in "dhurrie"
Word details
Syllables
2
dhur · rie
Letters
7
d · h · u · r · r · i · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “dhurrie”
The word “dhurrie” contains 2 syllables, divided as dhur · rie. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dhurrie" have?
"dhurrie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dhurrie" into syllables?
"dhurrie" is divided into syllables as: dhur · rie.
What is the Scrabble score for "dhurrie"?
The Scrabble score for "dhurrie" is 11 points.
Using “dhurrie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dhurrie" (dhur · rie) 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, “dhurrie” 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 “dhurrie”
The letters in “dhurrie” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hurried.