How many syllables in “suture”?
syllables in "suture"
Word details
Syllables
2
sut · ure
Letters
6
s · u · t · u · r · e
Scrabble
6
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About the word “suture”
The word “suture” contains 2 syllables, divided as sut · ure. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suture" have?
"suture" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suture" into syllables?
"suture" is divided into syllables as: sut · ure.
What is the Scrabble score for "suture"?
The Scrabble score for "suture" is 6 points.
Using “suture” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suture" (sut · ure) 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, “suture” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “suture”
The letters in “suture” can be rearranged to spell one other word: uterus.