How many syllables in “philter”?
syllables in "philter"
Word details
Syllables
2
phil · ter
Letters
7
p · h · i · l · t · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “philter”
The word “philter” contains 2 syllables, divided as phil · ter. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "philter" have?
"philter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "philter" into syllables?
"philter" is divided into syllables as: phil · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "philter"?
The Scrabble score for "philter" is 12 points.
Using “philter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "philter" (phil · ter) 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, “philter” is worth 12 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 “philter”
The letters in “philter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: philtre.