How many syllables in “murderee”?
syllables in "murderee"
Word details
Syllables
3
mur · de · ree
Letters
8
m · u · r · d · e · r · e · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “murderee”
The word “murderee” contains 3 syllables, divided as mur · de · ree. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murderee" have?
"murderee" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "murderee" into syllables?
"murderee" is divided into syllables as: mur · de · ree.
What is the Scrabble score for "murderee"?
The Scrabble score for "murderee" is 11 points.
Using “murderee” in writing
Three-syllable words like "murderee" (mur · de · ree) 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, “murderee” is worth 11 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.