How many syllables in “lemures”?
syllables in "lemures"
Word details
Syllables
3
le · mu · res
Letters
7
l · e · m · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lemures”
The word “lemures” contains 3 syllables, divided as le · mu · res. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lemures" have?
"lemures" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lemures" into syllables?
"lemures" is divided into syllables as: le · mu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "lemures"?
The Scrabble score for "lemures" is 9 points.
Using “lemures” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lemures" (le · mu · res) 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, “lemures” 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 “lemures”
The letters in “lemures” can be rearranged to spell one other word: relumes.