How many syllables in “drinkers”?
syllables in "drinkers"
Word details
Syllables
2
drin · kers
Letters
8
d · r · i · n · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “drinkers”
The word “drinkers” contains 2 syllables, divided as drin · kers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drinkers" have?
"drinkers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drinkers" into syllables?
"drinkers" is divided into syllables as: drin · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "drinkers"?
The Scrabble score for "drinkers" is 13 points.
Using “drinkers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drinkers" (drin · kers) 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, “drinkers” 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.