How many syllables in “labours”?
syllables in "labours"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · bours
Letters
7
l · a · b · o · u · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “labours”
The word “labours” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · bours. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "labours" have?
"labours" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "labours" into syllables?
"labours" is divided into syllables as: la · bours.
What is the Scrabble score for "labours"?
The Scrabble score for "labours" is 9 points.
Using “labours” in writing
Two-syllable words like "labours" (la · bours) 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, “labours” 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.
Anagrams of “labours”
The letters in “labours” can be rearranged to spell one other word: suboral.