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How many syllables in “humours”?

2

syllables in "humours"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hu · mours

Letters

7

h · u · m · o · u · r · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
u1
m3
o1
u1
r1
s1

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About the word “humours

The word humours contains 2 syllables, divided as hu · mours. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "humours" have?

"humours" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "humours" into syllables?

"humours" is divided into syllables as: hu · mours.

What is the Scrabble score for "humours"?

The Scrabble score for "humours" is 12 points.

Using “humours” in writing

Two-syllable words like "humours" (hu · mours) 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, humours is worth 12 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.

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