How many syllables in “pastures”?
syllables in "pastures"
Word details
Syllables
3
pa · stu · res
Letters
8
p · a · s · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pastures”
The word “pastures” contains 3 syllables, divided as pa · stu · res. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pastures" have?
"pastures" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pastures" into syllables?
"pastures" is divided into syllables as: pa · stu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "pastures"?
The Scrabble score for "pastures" is 10 points.
Using “pastures” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pastures" (pa · stu · res) 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, “pastures” 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 “pastures”
The letters in “pastures” can be rearranged to spell one other word: upstares.