How many syllables in “dures”?
syllables in "dures"
Word details
Syllables
2
du · res
Letters
5
d · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “dures”
The word “dures” contains 2 syllables, divided as du · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dures" have?
"dures" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dures" into syllables?
"dures" is divided into syllables as: du · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "dures"?
The Scrabble score for "dures" is 6 points.
Using “dures” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dures" (du · res) 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, “dures” is worth 6 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 “dures”
The letters in “dures” can be rearranged to spell one other word: druse.