How many syllables in “murine”?
syllables in "murine"
Word details
Syllables
2
mur · ine
Letters
6
m · u · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “murine”
The word “murine” contains 2 syllables, divided as mur · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murine" have?
"murine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "murine" into syllables?
"murine" is divided into syllables as: mur · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "murine"?
The Scrabble score for "murine" is 8 points.
Using “murine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "murine" (mur · ine) 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, “murine” is worth 8 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 “murine”
The letters in “murine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: murein.