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