How many syllables in “cheaper”?
syllables in "cheaper"
Word details
Syllables
2
chea · per
Letters
7
c · h · e · a · p · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cheaper”
The word “cheaper” contains 2 syllables, divided as chea · per. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cheaper" have?
"cheaper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cheaper" into syllables?
"cheaper" is divided into syllables as: chea · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "cheaper"?
The Scrabble score for "cheaper" is 14 points.
Using “cheaper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cheaper" (chea · per) 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, “cheaper” is worth 14 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 “cheaper”
The letters in “cheaper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peacher.