How many syllables in “cellar”?
syllables in "cellar"
Word details
Syllables
2
cel · lar
Letters
6
c · e · l · l · a · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cellar”
The word “cellar” contains 2 syllables, divided as cel · lar. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cellar" have?
"cellar" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cellar" into syllables?
"cellar" is divided into syllables as: cel · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "cellar"?
The Scrabble score for "cellar" is 8 points.
Using “cellar” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cellar" (cel · lar) 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, “cellar” is worth 8 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 “cellar”
The letters in “cellar” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: caller, recall.