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How many syllables in “drabber”?

2

syllables in "drabber"

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Word details

Syllables

2

drab · ber

Letters

7

d · r · a · b · b · e · r

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
r1
a1
b3
b3
e1
r1

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About the word “drabber

The word drabber contains 2 syllables, divided as drab · ber. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "drabber" have?

"drabber" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "drabber" into syllables?

"drabber" is divided into syllables as: drab · ber.

What is the Scrabble score for "drabber"?

The Scrabble score for "drabber" is 12 points.

Using “drabber” in writing

Two-syllable words like "drabber" (drab · ber) 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, drabber 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.

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