How many syllables in “postures”?
syllables in "postures"
Word details
Syllables
3
po · stu · res
Letters
8
p · o · s · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “postures”
The word “postures” contains 3 syllables, divided as po · stu · res. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postures" have?
"postures" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "postures" into syllables?
"postures" is divided into syllables as: po · stu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "postures"?
The Scrabble score for "postures" is 10 points.
Using “postures” in writing
Three-syllable words like "postures" (po · 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, “postures” 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 “postures”
The letters in “postures” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: outpress, spouters.