How many syllables in “ulcers”?
syllables in "ulcers"
Word details
Syllables
2
ul · cers
Letters
6
u · l · c · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ulcers”
The word “ulcers” contains 2 syllables, divided as ul · cers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ulcers" have?
"ulcers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ulcers" into syllables?
"ulcers" is divided into syllables as: ul · cers.
What is the Scrabble score for "ulcers"?
The Scrabble score for "ulcers" is 8 points.
Using “ulcers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ulcers" (ul · cers) 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, “ulcers” is worth 8 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 “ulcers”
The letters in “ulcers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lucres.