How many syllables in “usuries”?
syllables in "usuries"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · su · ries
Letters
7
u · s · u · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “usuries”
The word “usuries” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · su · ries. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "usuries" have?
"usuries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "usuries" into syllables?
"usuries" is divided into syllables as: u · su · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "usuries"?
The Scrabble score for "usuries" is 7 points.
Using “usuries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "usuries" (u · su · ries) 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, “usuries” is worth 7 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.