How many syllables in “masseurs”?
syllables in "masseurs"
Word details
Syllables
2
mas · seurs
Letters
8
m · a · s · s · e · u · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “masseurs”
The word “masseurs” contains 2 syllables, divided as mas · seurs. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "masseurs" have?
"masseurs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "masseurs" into syllables?
"masseurs" is divided into syllables as: mas · seurs.
What is the Scrabble score for "masseurs"?
The Scrabble score for "masseurs" is 10 points.
Using “masseurs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "masseurs" (mas · seurs) 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, “masseurs” is worth 10 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 “masseurs”
The letters in “masseurs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: assumers.