How many syllables in “farmers”?
syllables in "farmers"
Word details
Syllables
2
far · mers
Letters
7
f · a · r · m · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “farmers”
The word “farmers” contains 2 syllables, divided as far · mers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "farmers" have?
"farmers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "farmers" into syllables?
"farmers" is divided into syllables as: far · mers.
What is the Scrabble score for "farmers"?
The Scrabble score for "farmers" is 12 points.
Using “farmers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "farmers" (far · mers) 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, “farmers” 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.
Anagrams of “farmers”
The letters in “farmers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: framers.