How many syllables in “greater”?
syllables in "greater"
Word details
Syllables
2
grea · ter
Letters
7
g · r · e · a · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “greater”
The word “greater” contains 2 syllables, divided as grea · ter. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greater" have?
"greater" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greater" into syllables?
"greater" is divided into syllables as: grea · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "greater"?
The Scrabble score for "greater" is 8 points.
Using “greater” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greater" (grea · 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, “greater” 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 “greater”
The letters in “greater” can be rearranged to spell one other word: regrate.