How many syllables in “posters”?
syllables in "posters"
Word details
Syllables
2
po · sters
Letters
7
p · o · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “posters”
The word “posters” contains 2 syllables, divided as po · sters. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "posters" have?
"posters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "posters" into syllables?
"posters" is divided into syllables as: po · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "posters"?
The Scrabble score for "posters" is 9 points.
Using “posters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "posters" (po · 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, “posters” 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 “posters”
The letters in “posters” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: prestos, respots, stopers.