How many syllables in “questioner”?
syllables in "questioner"
Word details
Syllables
3
quest · ioner
Letters
10
q · u · e · s · t · i · o · n · e · r
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “questioner”
The word “questioner” contains 3 syllables, divided as quest · ioner. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "questioner" have?
"questioner" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "questioner" into syllables?
"questioner" is divided into syllables as: quest · ioner.
What is the Scrabble score for "questioner"?
The Scrabble score for "questioner" is 19 points.
Using “questioner” in writing
Three-syllable words like "questioner" (quest · ioner) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “questioner” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.