How many syllables in “looker”?
syllables in "looker"
Word details
Syllables
2
loo · ker
Letters
6
l · o · o · k · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “looker”
The word “looker” contains 2 syllables, divided as loo · ker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "looker" have?
"looker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "looker" into syllables?
"looker" is divided into syllables as: loo · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "looker"?
The Scrabble score for "looker" is 10 points.
Using “looker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "looker" (loo · ker) 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, “looker” is worth 10 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 “looker”
The letters in “looker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: relook.