How many syllables in “holster”?
syllables in "holster"
Word details
Syllables
2
hol · ster
Letters
7
h · o · l · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “holster”
The word “holster” contains 2 syllables, divided as hol · ster. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holster" have?
"holster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holster" into syllables?
"holster" is divided into syllables as: hol · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "holster"?
The Scrabble score for "holster" is 10 points.
Using “holster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holster" (hol · ster) 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, “holster” is worth 10 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 “holster”
The letters in “holster” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hostler.