How many syllables in “listeners”?
syllables in "listeners"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · ste · ners
Letters
9
l · i · s · t · e · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “listeners”
The word “listeners” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · ste · ners. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "listeners" have?
"listeners" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "listeners" into syllables?
"listeners" is divided into syllables as: li · ste · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "listeners"?
The Scrabble score for "listeners" is 9 points.
Using “listeners” in writing
Three-syllable words like "listeners" (li · ste · ners) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “listeners” is worth 9 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 “listeners”
The letters in “listeners” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: enlisters, reenlists.