How many syllables in “flourished”?
syllables in "flourished"
Word details
Syllables
2
flour · ished
Letters
10
f · l · o · u · r · i · s · h · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “flourished”
The word “flourished” contains 2 syllables, divided as flour · ished. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flourished" have?
"flourished" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flourished" into syllables?
"flourished" is divided into syllables as: flour · ished.
What is the Scrabble score for "flourished"?
The Scrabble score for "flourished" is 17 points.
Using “flourished” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flourished" (flour · ished) 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, “flourished” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.