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How many syllables in “rhymer”?

2

syllables in "rhymer"

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Word details

Syllables

2

rhy · mer

Letters

6

r · h · y · m · e · r

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
h4
y4
m3
e1
r1

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About the word “rhymer

The word rhymer contains 2 syllables, divided as rhy · mer. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "rhymer" have?

"rhymer" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "rhymer" into syllables?

"rhymer" is divided into syllables as: rhy · mer.

What is the Scrabble score for "rhymer"?

The Scrabble score for "rhymer" is 14 points.

Using “rhymer” in writing

Two-syllable words like "rhymer" (rhy · mer) 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, rhymer is worth 14 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.

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