How many syllables in “grader”?
syllables in "grader"
Word details
Syllables
2
gra · der
Letters
6
g · r · a · d · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “grader”
The word “grader” contains 2 syllables, divided as gra · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grader" have?
"grader" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grader" into syllables?
"grader" is divided into syllables as: gra · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "grader"?
The Scrabble score for "grader" is 8 points.
Using “grader” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grader" (gra · der) 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, “grader” is worth 8 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 “grader”
The letters in “grader” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: garred, regard.