How many syllables in “peerless”?
syllables in "peerless"
Word details
Syllables
2
peer · less
Letters
8
p · e · e · r · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “peerless”
The word “peerless” contains 2 syllables, divided as peer · less. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peerless" have?
"peerless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "peerless" into syllables?
"peerless" is divided into syllables as: peer · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "peerless"?
The Scrabble score for "peerless" is 10 points.
Using “peerless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "peerless" (peer · less) 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, “peerless” is worth 10 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 “peerless”
The letters in “peerless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sleepers.