How many syllables in “raster”?
syllables in "raster"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · ster
Letters
6
r · a · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
6
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About the word “raster”
The word “raster” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raster" have?
"raster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raster" into syllables?
"raster" is divided into syllables as: ra · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "raster"?
The Scrabble score for "raster" is 6 points.
Using “raster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raster" (ra · ster) 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, “raster” is worth 6 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 “raster”
The letters in “raster” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: arrest, rarest, raters, starer, tarres, terras.