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How many syllables in “urushiols”?

3

syllables in "urushiols"

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Word details

Syllables

3

u · rus · hiols

Letters

9

u · r · u · s · h · i · o · l · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

u1
r1
u1
s1
h4
i1
o1
l1
s1

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About the word “urushiols

The word urushiols contains 3 syllables, divided as u · rus · hiols. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "urushiols" have?

"urushiols" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "urushiols" into syllables?

"urushiols" is divided into syllables as: u · rus · hiols.

What is the Scrabble score for "urushiols"?

The Scrabble score for "urushiols" is 12 points.

Using “urushiols” in writing

Three-syllable words like "urushiols" (u · rus · hiols) 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, urushiols is worth 12 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.

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