How many syllables in “pesters”?
syllables in "pesters"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · sters
Letters
7
p · e · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “pesters”
The word “pesters” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · sters. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pesters" have?
"pesters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pesters" into syllables?
"pesters" is divided into syllables as: pe · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "pesters"?
The Scrabble score for "pesters" is 9 points.
Using “pesters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pesters" (pe · sters) 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, “pesters” 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 “pesters”
The letters in “pesters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: presets.