How many syllables in “lepers”?
syllables in "lepers"
Word details
Syllables
2
le · pers
Letters
6
l · e · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lepers”
The word “lepers” contains 2 syllables, divided as le · pers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lepers" have?
"lepers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lepers" into syllables?
"lepers" is divided into syllables as: le · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "lepers"?
The Scrabble score for "lepers" is 8 points.
Using “lepers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lepers" (le · pers) 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, “lepers” is worth 8 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 “lepers”
The letters in “lepers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: repels.