How many syllables in “sourdine”?
syllables in "sourdine"
Word details
Syllables
2
sour · dine
Letters
8
s · o · u · r · d · i · n · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sourdine”
The word “sourdine” contains 2 syllables, divided as sour · dine. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sourdine" have?
"sourdine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sourdine" into syllables?
"sourdine" is divided into syllables as: sour · dine.
What is the Scrabble score for "sourdine"?
The Scrabble score for "sourdine" is 9 points.
Using “sourdine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sourdine" (sour · dine) 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, “sourdine” is worth 9 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 “sourdine”
The letters in “sourdine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dourines.