How many syllables in “leprous”?
syllables in "leprous"
Word details
Syllables
2
le · prous
Letters
7
l · e · p · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “leprous”
The word “leprous” contains 2 syllables, divided as le · prous. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leprous" have?
"leprous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "leprous" into syllables?
"leprous" is divided into syllables as: le · prous.
What is the Scrabble score for "leprous"?
The Scrabble score for "leprous" is 9 points.
Using “leprous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "leprous" (le · prous) 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, “leprous” 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 “leprous”
The letters in “leprous” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pelorus, sporule.