How many syllables in “uterine”?
syllables in "uterine"
Word details
Syllables
3
ute · rin · e
Letters
7
u · t · e · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
7
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About the word “uterine”
The word “uterine” contains 3 syllables, divided as ute · rin · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uterine" have?
"uterine" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "uterine" into syllables?
"uterine" is divided into syllables as: ute · rin · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "uterine"?
The Scrabble score for "uterine" is 7 points.
Using “uterine” in writing
Three-syllable words like "uterine" (ute · rin · e) 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, “uterine” 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.
Anagrams of “uterine”
The letters in “uterine” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: retinue, reunite.