How many syllables in “laster”?
syllables in "laster"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · ster
Letters
6
l · a · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “laster”
The word “laster” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laster" have?
"laster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "laster" into syllables?
"laster" is divided into syllables as: la · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "laster"?
The Scrabble score for "laster" is 6 points.
Using “laster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "laster" (la · ster) 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, “laster” is worth 6 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 “laster”
The letters in “laster” can be rearranged to spell 10 other words: alerts, alters, artels, estral, ratels, salter, and 4 more.