How many syllables in “dourer”?
syllables in "dourer"
Word details
Syllables
2
dou · rer
Letters
6
d · o · u · r · e · r
Scrabble
7
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About the word “dourer”
The word “dourer” contains 2 syllables, divided as dou · rer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dourer" have?
"dourer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dourer" into syllables?
"dourer" is divided into syllables as: dou · rer.
What is the Scrabble score for "dourer"?
The Scrabble score for "dourer" is 7 points.
Using “dourer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dourer" (dou · rer) 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, “dourer” 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.
Anagrams of “dourer”
The letters in “dourer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ordure.