How many syllables in “uterus”?
syllables in "uterus"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · te · rus
Letters
6
u · t · e · r · u · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “uterus”
The word “uterus” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · te · rus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uterus" have?
"uterus" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "uterus" into syllables?
"uterus" is divided into syllables as: u · te · rus.
What is the Scrabble score for "uterus"?
The Scrabble score for "uterus" is 6 points.
Using “uterus” in writing
Three-syllable words like "uterus" (u · te · rus) 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, “uterus” 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 “uterus”
The letters in “uterus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: suture.