How many syllables in “lobster”?
syllables in "lobster"
Word details
Syllables
2
lob · ster
Letters
7
l · o · b · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lobster”
The word “lobster” contains 2 syllables, divided as lob · ster. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lobster" have?
"lobster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lobster" into syllables?
"lobster" is divided into syllables as: lob · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "lobster"?
The Scrabble score for "lobster" is 9 points.
Using “lobster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lobster" (lob · 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, “lobster” 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 “lobster”
The letters in “lobster” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bolster, bolters.