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How many syllables in “kurus”?

2

syllables in "kurus"

kurus
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Word details

Syllables

2

ku · rus

Letters

5

k · u · r · u · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

k5
u1
r1
u1
s1

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About the word “kurus

The word kurus contains 2 syllables, divided as ku · rus. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "kurus" have?

"kurus" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "kurus" into syllables?

"kurus" is divided into syllables as: ku · rus.

What is the Scrabble score for "kurus"?

The Scrabble score for "kurus" is 9 points.

Using “kurus” in writing

Two-syllable words like "kurus" (ku · rus) 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, kurus is worth 9 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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