How many syllables in “achiever”?
syllables in "achiever"
Word details
Syllables
3
ac · hie · ver
Letters
8
a · c · h · i · e · v · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “achiever”
The word “achiever” contains 3 syllables, divided as ac · hie · ver. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "achiever" have?
"achiever" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "achiever" into syllables?
"achiever" is divided into syllables as: ac · hie · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "achiever"?
The Scrabble score for "achiever" is 16 points.
Using “achiever” in writing
Three-syllable words like "achiever" (ac · hie · ver) 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, “achiever” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “achiever”
The letters in “achiever” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chivaree.