How many syllables in “kneader”?
syllables in "kneader"
Word details
Syllables
2
knea · der
Letters
7
k · n · e · a · d · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “kneader”
The word “kneader” contains 2 syllables, divided as knea · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kneader" have?
"kneader" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kneader" into syllables?
"kneader" is divided into syllables as: knea · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "kneader"?
The Scrabble score for "kneader" is 12 points.
Using “kneader” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kneader" (knea · 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, “kneader” 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 “kneader”
The letters in “kneader” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nakeder.