How many syllables in “mourners”?
syllables in "mourners"
Word details
Syllables
2
mour · ners
Letters
8
m · o · u · r · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “mourners”
The word “mourners” contains 2 syllables, divided as mour · ners. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mourners" have?
"mourners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mourners" into syllables?
"mourners" is divided into syllables as: mour · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "mourners"?
The Scrabble score for "mourners" is 10 points.
Using “mourners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mourners" (mour · ners) 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, “mourners” 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.