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How many syllables in “spurning”?

2

syllables in "spurning"

spurning
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Word details

Syllables

2

spur · ning

Letters

8

s · p · u · r · n · i · n · g

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
p3
u1
r1
n1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “spurning

The word spurning contains 2 syllables, divided as spur · ning. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "spurning" have?

"spurning" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "spurning" into syllables?

"spurning" is divided into syllables as: spur · ning.

What is the Scrabble score for "spurning"?

The Scrabble score for "spurning" is 11 points.

Using “spurning” in writing

Two-syllable words like "spurning" (spur · ning) 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, spurning is worth 11 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.

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