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How many syllables in “vulture”?

2

syllables in "vulture"

vulture
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Word details

Syllables

2

vult · ure

Letters

7

v · u · l · t · u · r · e

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
u1
l1
t1
u1
r1
e1

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About the word “vulture

The word vulture contains 2 syllables, divided as vult · ure. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "vulture" have?

"vulture" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "vulture" into syllables?

"vulture" is divided into syllables as: vult · ure.

What is the Scrabble score for "vulture"?

The Scrabble score for "vulture" is 10 points.

Using “vulture” in writing

Two-syllable words like "vulture" (vult · ure) 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, vulture is worth 10 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.

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