S

How many syllables in “verdured”?

2

syllables in "verdured"

verdured
database

Word details

Syllables

2

verd · ured

Letters

8

v · e · r · d · u · r · e · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
e1
r1
d2
u1
r1
e1
d2

Count another word

About the word “verdured

The word verdured contains 2 syllables, divided as verd · ured. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "verdured" have?

"verdured" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "verdured" into syllables?

"verdured" is divided into syllables as: verd · ured.

What is the Scrabble score for "verdured"?

The Scrabble score for "verdured" is 13 points.

Using “verdured” in writing

Two-syllable words like "verdured" (verd · ured) 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, verdured is worth 13 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.

Related articles