How many syllables in “measures”?
syllables in "measures"
Word details
Syllables
3
mea · su · res
Letters
8
m · e · a · s · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “measures”
The word “measures” contains 3 syllables, divided as mea · su · res. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "measures" have?
"measures" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "measures" into syllables?
"measures" is divided into syllables as: mea · su · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "measures"?
The Scrabble score for "measures" is 10 points.
Using “measures” in writing
Three-syllable words like "measures" (mea · su · 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, “measures” 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 “measures”
The letters in “measures” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reassume.