How many syllables in “lanker”?
syllables in "lanker"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · ker
Letters
6
l · a · n · k · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “lanker”
The word “lanker” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · ker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lanker" have?
"lanker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lanker" into syllables?
"lanker" is divided into syllables as: lan · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "lanker"?
The Scrabble score for "lanker" is 10 points.
Using “lanker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lanker" (lan · ker) 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, “lanker” 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 “lanker”
The letters in “lanker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rankle.