How many syllables in “murines”?
syllables in "murines"
Word details
Syllables
3
mu · ri · nes
Letters
7
m · u · r · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “murines”
The word “murines” contains 3 syllables, divided as mu · ri · nes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murines" have?
"murines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "murines" into syllables?
"murines" is divided into syllables as: mu · ri · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "murines"?
The Scrabble score for "murines" is 9 points.
Using “murines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "murines" (mu · ri · nes) 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, “murines” is worth 9 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 “murines”
The letters in “murines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mureins.