How many syllables in “residers”?
syllables in "residers"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · si · ders
Letters
8
r · e · s · i · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “residers”
The word “residers” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · si · ders. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "residers" have?
"residers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "residers" into syllables?
"residers" is divided into syllables as: re · si · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "residers"?
The Scrabble score for "residers" is 9 points.
Using “residers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "residers" (re · si · ders) 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, “residers” 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 “residers”
The letters in “residers” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: derrises, desirers, dressier.