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