How many syllables in “injury”?
syllables in "injury"
Word details
Syllables
3
in · ju · ry
Letters
6
i · n · j · u · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “injury”
The word “injury” contains 3 syllables, divided as in · ju · ry. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "injury" have?
"injury" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "injury" into syllables?
"injury" is divided into syllables as: in · ju · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "injury"?
The Scrabble score for "injury" is 16 points.
Using “injury” in writing
Three-syllable words like "injury" (in · ju · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “injury” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.