How many syllables in “despairers”?
syllables in "despairers"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · spai · rers
Letters
10
d · e · s · p · a · i · r · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “despairers”
The word “despairers” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · spai · rers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despairers" have?
"despairers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "despairers" into syllables?
"despairers" is divided into syllables as: de · spai · rers.
What is the Scrabble score for "despairers"?
The Scrabble score for "despairers" is 13 points.
Using “despairers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "despairers" (de · spai · rers) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “despairers” is worth 13 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.