How many syllables in “urbanites”?
syllables in "urbanites"
Word details
Syllables
4
ur · ba · ni · tes
Letters
9
u · r · b · a · n · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “urbanites”
The word “urbanites” contains 4 syllables, divided as ur · ba · ni · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urbanites" have?
"urbanites" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "urbanites" into syllables?
"urbanites" is divided into syllables as: ur · ba · ni · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "urbanites"?
The Scrabble score for "urbanites" is 11 points.
Using “urbanites” in writing
Four-syllable words like "urbanites" (ur · ba · ni · tes) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “urbanites” 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.
Anagrams of “urbanites”
The letters in “urbanites” can be rearranged to spell one other word: braunites.