How many syllables in “mustard”?
syllables in "mustard"
Word details
Syllables
2
mu · stard
Letters
7
m · u · s · t · a · r · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “mustard”
The word “mustard” contains 2 syllables, divided as mu · stard. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mustard" have?
"mustard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mustard" into syllables?
"mustard" is divided into syllables as: mu · stard.
What is the Scrabble score for "mustard"?
The Scrabble score for "mustard" is 10 points.
Using “mustard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mustard" (mu · stard) 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, “mustard” is worth 10 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 “mustard”
The letters in “mustard” can be rearranged to spell one other word: durmast.