How many syllables in “rafter”?
syllables in "rafter"
Word details
Syllables
2
raf · ter
Letters
6
r · a · f · t · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rafter”
The word “rafter” contains 2 syllables, divided as raf · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rafter" have?
"rafter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rafter" into syllables?
"rafter" is divided into syllables as: raf · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "rafter"?
The Scrabble score for "rafter" is 9 points.
Using “rafter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rafter" (raf · 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, “rafter” 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 “rafter”
The letters in “rafter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: frater.