How many syllables in “drugstore”?
syllables in "drugstore"
Word details
Syllables
2
drugs · tore
Letters
9
d · r · u · g · s · t · o · r · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “drugstore”
The word “drugstore” contains 2 syllables, divided as drugs · tore. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drugstore" have?
"drugstore" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drugstore" into syllables?
"drugstore" is divided into syllables as: drugs · tore.
What is the Scrabble score for "drugstore"?
The Scrabble score for "drugstore" is 11 points.
Using “drugstore” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drugstore" (drugs · tore) 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, “drugstore” 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.