How many syllables in “laders”?
syllables in "laders"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · ders
Letters
6
l · a · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “laders”
The word “laders” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · ders. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laders" have?
"laders" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "laders" into syllables?
"laders" is divided into syllables as: la · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "laders"?
The Scrabble score for "laders" is 7 points.
Using “laders” in writing
Two-syllable words like "laders" (la · ders) 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, “laders” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “laders”
The letters in “laders” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alders.