How many syllables in “angler”?
syllables in "angler"
Word details
Syllables
2
an · gler
Letters
6
a · n · g · l · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “angler”
The word “angler” contains 2 syllables, divided as an · gler. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "angler" have?
"angler" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "angler" into syllables?
"angler" is divided into syllables as: an · gler.
What is the Scrabble score for "angler"?
The Scrabble score for "angler" is 7 points.
Using “angler” in writing
Two-syllable words like "angler" (an · gler) 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, “angler” is worth 7 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 “angler”
The letters in “angler” can be rearranged to spell one other word: regnal.