How many syllables in “narrator”?
syllables in "narrator"
Word details
Syllables
3
nar · ra · tor
Letters
8
n · a · r · r · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “narrator”
The word “narrator” contains 3 syllables, divided as nar · ra · tor. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "narrator" have?
"narrator" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "narrator" into syllables?
"narrator" is divided into syllables as: nar · ra · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "narrator"?
The Scrabble score for "narrator" is 8 points.
Using “narrator” in writing
Three-syllable words like "narrator" (nar · ra · tor) 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, “narrator” 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.