How many syllables in “roisters”?
syllables in "roisters"
Word details
Syllables
2
roi · sters
Letters
8
r · o · i · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “roisters”
The word “roisters” contains 2 syllables, divided as roi · sters. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roisters" have?
"roisters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "roisters" into syllables?
"roisters" is divided into syllables as: roi · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "roisters"?
The Scrabble score for "roisters" is 8 points.
Using “roisters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "roisters" (roi · sters) 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, “roisters” 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 “roisters”
The letters in “roisters” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: resistor, sorriest.