How many syllables in “faller”?
syllables in "faller"
Word details
Syllables
2
fal · ler
Letters
6
f · a · l · l · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “faller”
The word “faller” contains 2 syllables, divided as fal · ler. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "faller" have?
"faller" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "faller" into syllables?
"faller" is divided into syllables as: fal · ler.
What is the Scrabble score for "faller"?
The Scrabble score for "faller" is 9 points.
Using “faller” in writing
Two-syllable words like "faller" (fal · ler) 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, “faller” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “faller”
The letters in “faller” can be rearranged to spell one other word: refall.