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How many syllables in “stuporous”?

3

syllables in "stuporous"

stuporous
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Word details

Syllables

3

stu · po · rous

Letters

9

s · t · u · p · o · r · o · u · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
t1
u1
p3
o1
r1
o1
u1
s1

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About the word “stuporous

The word stuporous contains 3 syllables, divided as stu · po · rous. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "stuporous" have?

"stuporous" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "stuporous" into syllables?

"stuporous" is divided into syllables as: stu · po · rous.

What is the Scrabble score for "stuporous"?

The Scrabble score for "stuporous" is 11 points.

Using “stuporous” in writing

Three-syllable words like "stuporous" (stu · po · rous) 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, stuporous 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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