How many syllables in “pander”?
syllables in "pander"
Word details
Syllables
2
pan · der
Letters
6
p · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “pander”
The word “pander” contains 2 syllables, divided as pan · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pander" have?
"pander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pander" into syllables?
"pander" is divided into syllables as: pan · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "pander"?
The Scrabble score for "pander" is 9 points.
Using “pander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pander" (pan · der) 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, “pander” 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 “pander”
The letters in “pander” can be rearranged to spell one other word: repand.