How many syllables in “dither”?
syllables in "dither"
Word details
Syllables
2
dit · her
Letters
6
d · i · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “dither”
The word “dither” contains 2 syllables, divided as dit · her. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dither" have?
"dither" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dither" into syllables?
"dither" is divided into syllables as: dit · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "dither"?
The Scrabble score for "dither" is 10 points.
Using “dither” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dither" (dit · her) 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, “dither” is worth 10 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.