How many syllables in “urine”?
syllables in "urine"
Word details
Syllables
2
uri · ne
Letters
5
u · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “urine”
The word “urine” contains 2 syllables, divided as uri · ne. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urine" have?
"urine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "urine" into syllables?
"urine" is divided into syllables as: uri · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "urine"?
The Scrabble score for "urine" is 5 points.
Using “urine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "urine" (uri · ne) 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, “urine” is worth 5 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 “urine”
The letters in “urine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: inure.