How many syllables in “fighter”?
syllables in "fighter"
Word details
Syllables
2
fig · hter
Letters
7
f · i · g · h · t · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “fighter”
The word “fighter” contains 2 syllables, divided as fig · hter. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fighter" have?
"fighter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fighter" into syllables?
"fighter" is divided into syllables as: fig · hter.
What is the Scrabble score for "fighter"?
The Scrabble score for "fighter" is 14 points.
Using “fighter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fighter" (fig · hter) 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, “fighter” is worth 14 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 “fighter”
The letters in “fighter” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: freight, refight.