How many syllables in “idlers”?
syllables in "idlers"
Word details
Syllables
2
id · lers
Letters
6
i · d · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “idlers”
The word “idlers” contains 2 syllables, divided as id · lers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "idlers" have?
"idlers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "idlers" into syllables?
"idlers" is divided into syllables as: id · lers.
What is the Scrabble score for "idlers"?
The Scrabble score for "idlers" is 7 points.
Using “idlers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "idlers" (id · lers) 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, “idlers” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “idlers”
The letters in “idlers” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sidler, slider.