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How many syllables in “killers”?

2

syllables in "killers"

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Word details

Syllables

2

kil · lers

Letters

7

k · i · l · l · e · r · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

k5
i1
l1
l1
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “killers

The word killers contains 2 syllables, divided as kil · lers. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "killers" have?

"killers" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "killers" into syllables?

"killers" is divided into syllables as: kil · lers.

What is the Scrabble score for "killers"?

The Scrabble score for "killers" is 11 points.

Using “killers” in writing

Two-syllable words like "killers" (kil · 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, killers 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.

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