How many syllables in “coaster”?
syllables in "coaster"
Word details
Syllables
2
coa · ster
Letters
7
c · o · a · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “coaster”
The word “coaster” contains 2 syllables, divided as coa · ster. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coaster" have?
"coaster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coaster" into syllables?
"coaster" is divided into syllables as: coa · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "coaster"?
The Scrabble score for "coaster" is 9 points.
Using “coaster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coaster" (coa · ster) 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, “coaster” is worth 9 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 “coaster”
The letters in “coaster” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coaters.