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How many syllables in “matters”?

2

syllables in "matters"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mat · ters

Letters

7

m · a · t · t · e · r · s

Scrabble

9

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
t1
t1
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “matters

The word matters contains 2 syllables, divided as mat · ters. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "matters" have?

"matters" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "matters" into syllables?

"matters" is divided into syllables as: mat · ters.

What is the Scrabble score for "matters"?

The Scrabble score for "matters" is 9 points.

Using “matters” in writing

Two-syllable words like "matters" (mat · 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, matters 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 “matters

The letters in matters can be rearranged to spell one other word: smatter.

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