How many syllables in “lower”?
syllables in "lower"
Word details
Syllables
2
lo · wer
Letters
5
l · o · w · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “lower”
The word “lower” contains 2 syllables, divided as lo · wer. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lower" have?
"lower" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lower" into syllables?
"lower" is divided into syllables as: lo · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "lower"?
The Scrabble score for "lower" is 8 points.
Using “lower” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lower" (lo · wer) 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, “lower” is worth 8 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 “lower”
The letters in “lower” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rowel.