How many syllables in “usual”?
syllables in "usual"
Word details
Syllables
2
us · ua · l
Letters
5
u · s · u · a · l
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “usual”
The word “usual” contains 2 syllables, divided as us · ua · l. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "usual" have?
"usual" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "usual" into syllables?
"usual" is divided into syllables as: us · ua · l.
What is the Scrabble score for "usual"?
The Scrabble score for "usual" is 5 points.
Using “usual” in writing
Two-syllable words like "usual" (us · ua · l) 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, “usual” 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 “usual”
The letters in “usual” can be rearranged to spell one other word: luaus.