How many syllables in “dinner”?
syllables in "dinner"
Word details
Syllables
2
din · ner
Letters
6
d · i · n · n · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “dinner”
The word “dinner” contains 2 syllables, divided as din · ner. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dinner" have?
"dinner" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dinner" into syllables?
"dinner" is divided into syllables as: din · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "dinner"?
The Scrabble score for "dinner" is 7 points.
Using “dinner” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dinner" (din · ner) 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, “dinner” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “dinner”
The letters in “dinner” can be rearranged to spell one other word: endrin.