How many syllables in “dimmer”?
syllables in "dimmer"
Word details
Syllables
2
dim · mer
Letters
6
d · i · m · m · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “dimmer”
The word “dimmer” contains 2 syllables, divided as dim · mer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dimmer" have?
"dimmer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dimmer" into syllables?
"dimmer" is divided into syllables as: dim · mer.
What is the Scrabble score for "dimmer"?
The Scrabble score for "dimmer" is 11 points.
Using “dimmer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dimmer" (dim · mer) 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, “dimmer” is worth 11 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 “dimmer”
The letters in “dimmer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rimmed.