How many syllables in “ursine”?
syllables in "ursine"
Word details
Syllables
2
urs · ine
Letters
6
u · r · s · i · n · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “ursine”
The word “ursine” contains 2 syllables, divided as urs · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ursine" have?
"ursine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ursine" into syllables?
"ursine" is divided into syllables as: urs · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "ursine"?
The Scrabble score for "ursine" is 6 points.
Using “ursine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ursine" (urs · ine) 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, “ursine” 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 “ursine”
The letters in “ursine” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: insure, inures, rusine, urines.