How many syllables in “despisers”?
syllables in "despisers"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · spi · sers
Letters
9
d · e · s · p · i · s · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “despisers”
The word “despisers” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · spi · sers. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despisers" have?
"despisers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "despisers" into syllables?
"despisers" is divided into syllables as: de · spi · sers.
What is the Scrabble score for "despisers"?
The Scrabble score for "despisers" is 12 points.
Using “despisers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "despisers" (de · spi · sers) 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, “despisers” is worth 12 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 “despisers”
The letters in “despisers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: disperses.