How many syllables in “murmurous”?
syllables in "murmurous"
Word details
Syllables
3
mur · mu · rous
Letters
9
m · u · r · m · u · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “murmurous”
The word “murmurous” contains 3 syllables, divided as mur · mu · rous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murmurous" have?
"murmurous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "murmurous" into syllables?
"murmurous" is divided into syllables as: mur · mu · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "murmurous"?
The Scrabble score for "murmurous" is 13 points.
Using “murmurous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "murmurous" (mur · mu · rous) 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, “murmurous” is worth 13 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.