How many syllables in “muster”?
syllables in "muster"
Word details
Syllables
2
mu · ster
Letters
6
m · u · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “muster”
The word “muster” contains 2 syllables, divided as mu · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "muster" have?
"muster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "muster" into syllables?
"muster" is divided into syllables as: mu · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "muster"?
The Scrabble score for "muster" is 8 points.
Using “muster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "muster" (mu · ster) 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, “muster” 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 “muster”
The letters in “muster” can be rearranged to spell one other word: estrum.