How many syllables in “gapers”?
syllables in "gapers"
Word details
Syllables
2
ga · pers
Letters
6
g · a · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gapers”
The word “gapers” contains 2 syllables, divided as ga · pers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gapers" have?
"gapers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gapers" into syllables?
"gapers" is divided into syllables as: ga · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "gapers"?
The Scrabble score for "gapers" is 9 points.
Using “gapers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gapers" (ga · pers) 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, “gapers” 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 “gapers”
The letters in “gapers” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: gasper, grapes, pagers, parges, sparge.