How many syllables in “leper”?
syllables in "leper"
Word details
Syllables
2
le · per
Letters
5
l · e · p · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “leper”
The word “leper” contains 2 syllables, divided as le · per. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leper" have?
"leper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "leper" into syllables?
"leper" is divided into syllables as: le · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "leper"?
The Scrabble score for "leper" is 7 points.
Using “leper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "leper" (le · per) 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, “leper” 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 “leper”
The letters in “leper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: repel.