How many syllables in “hammerer”?
syllables in "hammerer"
Word details
Syllables
3
ham · me · rer
Letters
8
h · a · m · m · e · r · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “hammerer”
The word “hammerer” contains 3 syllables, divided as ham · me · rer. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hammerer" have?
"hammerer" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hammerer" into syllables?
"hammerer" is divided into syllables as: ham · me · rer.
What is the Scrabble score for "hammerer"?
The Scrabble score for "hammerer" is 15 points.
Using “hammerer” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hammerer" (ham · me · rer) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hammerer” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hammerer”
The letters in “hammerer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rehammer.