How many syllables in “adapters”?
syllables in "adapters"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · dap · ters
Letters
8
a · d · a · p · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “adapters”
The word “adapters” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · dap · ters. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adapters" have?
"adapters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adapters" into syllables?
"adapters" is divided into syllables as: a · dap · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "adapters"?
The Scrabble score for "adapters" is 11 points.
Using “adapters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adapters" (a · dap · ters) 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, “adapters” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “adapters”
The letters in “adapters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: readapts.