How many syllables in “dealers”?
syllables in "dealers"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · lers
Letters
7
d · e · a · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “dealers”
The word “dealers” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · lers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dealers" have?
"dealers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dealers" into syllables?
"dealers" is divided into syllables as: dea · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "dealers"?
The Scrabble score for "dealers" is 8 points.
Using “dealers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dealers" (dea · lers) 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, “dealers” 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 “dealers”
The letters in “dealers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leaders.