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