How many syllables in “dourness”?
syllables in "dourness"
Word details
Syllables
2
dour · ness
Letters
8
d · o · u · r · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dourness”
The word “dourness” contains 2 syllables, divided as dour · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dourness" have?
"dourness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dourness" into syllables?
"dourness" is divided into syllables as: dour · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "dourness"?
The Scrabble score for "dourness" is 9 points.
Using “dourness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dourness" (dour · ness) 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, “dourness” is worth 9 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 “dourness”
The letters in “dourness” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: resounds, sounders.