How many syllables in “radars”?
syllables in "radars"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · dars
Letters
6
r · a · d · a · r · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “radars”
The word “radars” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · dars. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "radars" have?
"radars" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "radars" into syllables?
"radars" is divided into syllables as: ra · dars.
What is the Scrabble score for "radars"?
The Scrabble score for "radars" is 7 points.
Using “radars” in writing
Two-syllable words like "radars" (ra · dars) 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, “radars” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “radars”
The letters in “radars” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sardar.