How many syllables in “murthered”?
syllables in "murthered"
Word details
Syllables
2
murth · ered
Letters
9
m · u · r · t · h · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “murthered”
The word “murthered” contains 2 syllables, divided as murth · ered. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murthered" have?
"murthered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "murthered" into syllables?
"murthered" is divided into syllables as: murth · ered.
What is the Scrabble score for "murthered"?
The Scrabble score for "murthered" is 15 points.
Using “murthered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "murthered" (murth · ered) 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, “murthered” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.