How many syllables in “duster”?
syllables in "duster"
Word details
Syllables
2
du · ster
Letters
6
d · u · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “duster”
The word “duster” contains 2 syllables, divided as du · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duster" have?
"duster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "duster" into syllables?
"duster" is divided into syllables as: du · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "duster"?
The Scrabble score for "duster" is 7 points.
Using “duster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "duster" (du · ster) 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, “duster” 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 “duster”
The letters in “duster” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: rudest, rusted.