How many syllables in “lister”?
syllables in "lister"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · ster
Letters
6
l · i · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
6
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About the word “lister”
The word “lister” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lister" have?
"lister" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lister" into syllables?
"lister" is divided into syllables as: li · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "lister"?
The Scrabble score for "lister" is 6 points.
Using “lister” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lister" (li · 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, “lister” 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 “lister”
The letters in “lister” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: liters, litres, relist, tilers.