How many syllables in “sternum”?
syllables in "sternum"
Word details
Syllables
2
ster · num
Letters
7
s · t · e · r · n · u · m
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sternum”
The word “sternum” contains 2 syllables, divided as ster · num. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sternum" have?
"sternum" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sternum" into syllables?
"sternum" is divided into syllables as: ster · num.
What is the Scrabble score for "sternum"?
The Scrabble score for "sternum" is 9 points.
Using “sternum” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sternum" (ster · num) 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, “sternum” 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 “sternum”
The letters in “sternum” can be rearranged to spell one other word: munster.