How many syllables in “despoilers”?
syllables in "despoilers"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · spoi · lers
Letters
10
d · e · s · p · o · i · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “despoilers”
The word “despoilers” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · spoi · lers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despoilers" have?
"despoilers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "despoilers" into syllables?
"despoilers" is divided into syllables as: de · spoi · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "despoilers"?
The Scrabble score for "despoilers" is 13 points.
Using “despoilers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "despoilers" (de · spoi · lers) 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, “despoilers” 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.