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How many syllables in “pester”?

2

syllables in "pester"

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Word details

Syllables

2

pe · ster

Letters

6

p · e · s · t · e · r

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
e1
s1
t1
e1
r1

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About the word “pester

The word pester contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · ster. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "pester" have?

"pester" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "pester" into syllables?

"pester" is divided into syllables as: pe · ster.

What is the Scrabble score for "pester"?

The Scrabble score for "pester" is 8 points.

Using “pester” in writing

Two-syllable words like "pester" (pe · ster) 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, pester 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.

Anagrams of “pester

The letters in pester can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: peters, preset.

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