How many syllables in “baker”?
syllables in "baker"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · ker
Letters
5
b · a · k · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “baker”
The word “baker” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · ker. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baker" have?
"baker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "baker" into syllables?
"baker" is divided into syllables as: ba · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "baker"?
The Scrabble score for "baker" is 11 points.
Using “baker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "baker" (ba · ker) 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, “baker” 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 “baker”
The letters in “baker” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: brake, break, kebar.