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How many syllables in “blinker”?

2

syllables in "blinker"

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Word details

Syllables

2

blin · ker

Letters

7

b · l · i · n · k · e · r

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
l1
i1
n1
k5
e1
r1

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About the word “blinker

The word blinker contains 2 syllables, divided as blin · ker. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "blinker" have?

"blinker" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "blinker" into syllables?

"blinker" is divided into syllables as: blin · ker.

What is the Scrabble score for "blinker"?

The Scrabble score for "blinker" is 13 points.

Using “blinker” in writing

Two-syllable words like "blinker" (blin · 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, blinker is worth 13 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.

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