How many syllables in “sulphury”?
syllables in "sulphury"
Word details
Syllables
3
sul · phu · ry
Letters
8
s · u · l · p · h · u · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “sulphury”
The word “sulphury” contains 3 syllables, divided as sul · phu · ry. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sulphury" have?
"sulphury" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sulphury" into syllables?
"sulphury" is divided into syllables as: sul · phu · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "sulphury"?
The Scrabble score for "sulphury" is 16 points.
Using “sulphury” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sulphury" (sul · phu · ry) 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, “sulphury” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.