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How many syllables in “kilter”?

2

syllables in "kilter"

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Word details

Syllables

2

kil · ter

Letters

6

k · i · l · t · e · r

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

k5
i1
l1
t1
e1
r1

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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.

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