How many syllables in “murthers”?
syllables in "murthers"
Word details
Syllables
2
mur · thers
Letters
8
m · u · r · t · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “murthers”
The word “murthers” contains 2 syllables, divided as mur · thers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murthers" have?
"murthers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "murthers" into syllables?
"murthers" is divided into syllables as: mur · thers.
What is the Scrabble score for "murthers"?
The Scrabble score for "murthers" is 13 points.
Using “murthers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "murthers" (mur · thers) 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, “murthers” 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.