How many syllables in “lander”?
syllables in "lander"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · der
Letters
6
l · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lander”
The word “lander” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lander" have?
"lander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lander" into syllables?
"lander" is divided into syllables as: lan · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "lander"?
The Scrabble score for "lander" is 7 points.
Using “lander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lander" (lan · 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, “lander” 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 “lander”
The letters in “lander” can be rearranged to spell one other word: darnel.