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How many syllables in “responder”?

3

syllables in "responder"

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Word details

Syllables

3

re · spon · der

Letters

9

r · e · s · p · o · n · d · e · r

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
s1
p3
o1
n1
d2
e1
r1

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About the word “responder

The word responder contains 3 syllables, divided as re · spon · der. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "responder" have?

"responder" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "responder" into syllables?

"responder" is divided into syllables as: re · spon · der.

What is the Scrabble score for "responder"?

The Scrabble score for "responder" is 12 points.

Using “responder” in writing

Three-syllable words like "responder" (re · spon · der) 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, responder is worth 12 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 “responder

The letters in responder can be rearranged to spell one other word: ponderers.

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