How many syllables in “racecourses”?
syllables in "racecourses"
Word details
Syllables
3
race · cour · ses
Letters
11
r · a · c · e · c · o · u · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “racecourses”
The word “racecourses” contains 3 syllables, divided as race · cour · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "racecourses" have?
"racecourses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "racecourses" into syllables?
"racecourses" is divided into syllables as: race · cour · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "racecourses"?
The Scrabble score for "racecourses" is 15 points.
Using “racecourses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "racecourses" (race · cour · ses) 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, “racecourses” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.