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How many syllables in “manures”?

3

syllables in "manures"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ma · nu · res

Letters

7

m · a · n · u · r · e · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
n1
u1
r1
e1
s1

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About the word “manures

The word manures contains 3 syllables, divided as ma · nu · res. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "manures" have?

"manures" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "manures" into syllables?

"manures" is divided into syllables as: ma · nu · res.

What is the Scrabble score for "manures"?

The Scrabble score for "manures" is 9 points.

Using “manures” in writing

Three-syllable words like "manures" (ma · nu · 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, manures 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 “manures

The letters in manures can be rearranged to spell one other word: surname.

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