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