How many syllables in “offender”?
syllables in "offender"
Word details
Syllables
3
of · fen · der
Letters
8
o · f · f · e · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “offender”
The word “offender” contains 3 syllables, divided as of · fen · der. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "offender" have?
"offender" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "offender" into syllables?
"offender" is divided into syllables as: of · fen · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "offender"?
The Scrabble score for "offender" is 15 points.
Using “offender” in writing
Three-syllable words like "offender" (of · fen · der) 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, “offender” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “offender”
The letters in “offender” can be rearranged to spell one other word: forefend.