How many syllables in “masker”?
syllables in "masker"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · sker
Letters
6
m · a · s · k · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “masker”
The word “masker” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · sker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "masker" have?
"masker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "masker" into syllables?
"masker" is divided into syllables as: ma · sker.
What is the Scrabble score for "masker"?
The Scrabble score for "masker" is 12 points.
Using “masker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "masker" (ma · sker) 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, “masker” is worth 12 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 “masker”
The letters in “masker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: makers.