How many syllables in “raptor”?
syllables in "raptor"
Word details
Syllables
2
rap · tor
Letters
6
r · a · p · t · o · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “raptor”
The word “raptor” contains 2 syllables, divided as rap · tor. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raptor" have?
"raptor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raptor" into syllables?
"raptor" is divided into syllables as: rap · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "raptor"?
The Scrabble score for "raptor" is 8 points.
Using “raptor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raptor" (rap · tor) 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, “raptor” is worth 8 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 “raptor”
The letters in “raptor” can be rearranged to spell one other word: parrot.