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