How many syllables in “kilter”?
syllables in "kilter"
Word details
Syllables
2
kil · ter
Letters
6
k · i · l · t · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “kilter”
The word “kilter” contains 2 syllables, divided as kil · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kilter" have?
"kilter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kilter" into syllables?
"kilter" is divided into syllables as: kil · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "kilter"?
The Scrabble score for "kilter" is 10 points.
Using “kilter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kilter" (kil · ter) 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, “kilter” 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 “kilter”
The letters in “kilter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kirtle.