How many syllables in “checker”?
syllables in "checker"
Word details
Syllables
2
chec · ker
Letters
7
c · h · e · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “checker”
The word “checker” contains 2 syllables, divided as chec · ker. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "checker" have?
"checker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "checker" into syllables?
"checker" is divided into syllables as: chec · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "checker"?
The Scrabble score for "checker" is 18 points.
Using “checker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "checker" (chec · 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, “checker” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “checker”
The letters in “checker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recheck.