How many syllables in “murderer”?
syllables in "murderer"
Word details
Syllables
3
mur · de · rer
Letters
8
m · u · r · d · e · r · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “murderer”
The word “murderer” contains 3 syllables, divided as mur · de · rer. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murderer" have?
"murderer" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "murderer" into syllables?
"murderer" is divided into syllables as: mur · de · rer.
What is the Scrabble score for "murderer"?
The Scrabble score for "murderer" is 11 points.
Using “murderer” in writing
Three-syllable words like "murderer" (mur · de · rer) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “murderer” is worth 11 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 “murderer”
The letters in “murderer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: demurrer.