How many syllables in “eraser”?
syllables in "eraser"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · ra · ser
Letters
6
e · r · a · s · e · r
Scrabble
6
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About the word “eraser”
The word “eraser” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · ra · ser. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eraser" have?
"eraser" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "eraser" into syllables?
"eraser" is divided into syllables as: e · ra · ser.
What is the Scrabble score for "eraser"?
The Scrabble score for "eraser" is 6 points.
Using “eraser” in writing
Three-syllable words like "eraser" (e · ra · ser) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “eraser” is worth 6 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 “eraser”
The letters in “eraser” can be rearranged to spell one other word: searer.