How many syllables in “kidder”?
syllables in "kidder"
Word details
Syllables
2
kid · der
Letters
6
k · i · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “kidder”
The word “kidder” contains 2 syllables, divided as kid · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kidder" have?
"kidder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kidder" into syllables?
"kidder" is divided into syllables as: kid · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "kidder"?
The Scrabble score for "kidder" is 12 points.
Using “kidder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kidder" (kid · der) 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, “kidder” is worth 12 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 “kidder”
The letters in “kidder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dirked.