How many syllables in “kinder”?
syllables in "kinder"
Word details
Syllables
2
kin · der
Letters
6
k · i · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “kinder”
The word “kinder” contains 2 syllables, divided as kin · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kinder" have?
"kinder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kinder" into syllables?
"kinder" is divided into syllables as: kin · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "kinder"?
The Scrabble score for "kinder" is 11 points.
Using “kinder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kinder" (kin · 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, “kinder” 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.
Anagrams of “kinder”
The letters in “kinder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kirned.