How many syllables in “urethral”?
syllables in "urethral"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · re · thral
Letters
8
u · r · e · t · h · r · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “urethral”
The word “urethral” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · re · thral. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urethral" have?
"urethral" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "urethral" into syllables?
"urethral" is divided into syllables as: u · re · thral.
What is the Scrabble score for "urethral"?
The Scrabble score for "urethral" is 11 points.
Using “urethral” in writing
Three-syllable words like "urethral" (u · re · thral) 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, “urethral” 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.