How many syllables in “holsters”?
syllables in "holsters"
Word details
Syllables
2
hol · sters
Letters
8
h · o · l · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “holsters”
The word “holsters” contains 2 syllables, divided as hol · sters. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holsters" have?
"holsters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holsters" into syllables?
"holsters" is divided into syllables as: hol · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "holsters"?
The Scrabble score for "holsters" is 11 points.
Using “holsters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holsters" (hol · sters) 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, “holsters” is worth 11 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 “holsters”
The letters in “holsters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hostlers.