How many syllables in “aider”?
syllables in "aider"
Word details
Syllables
2
ai · der
Letters
5
a · i · d · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “aider”
The word “aider” contains 2 syllables, divided as ai · der. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aider" have?
"aider" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aider" into syllables?
"aider" is divided into syllables as: ai · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "aider"?
The Scrabble score for "aider" is 6 points.
Using “aider” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aider" (ai · der) 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, “aider” 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 “aider”
The letters in “aider” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: aired, deair, irade, redia.