How many syllables in “nurturance”?
syllables in "nurturance"
Word details
Syllables
3
nurt · uran · ce
Letters
10
n · u · r · t · u · r · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
12
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About the word “nurturance”
The word “nurturance” contains 3 syllables, divided as nurt · uran · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nurturance" have?
"nurturance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nurturance" into syllables?
"nurturance" is divided into syllables as: nurt · uran · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "nurturance"?
The Scrabble score for "nurturance" is 12 points.
Using “nurturance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nurturance" (nurt · uran · ce) 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, “nurturance” is worth 12 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.