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