How many syllables in “router”?
syllables in "router"
Word details
Syllables
2
rou · ter
Letters
6
r · o · u · t · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “router”
The word “router” contains 2 syllables, divided as rou · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "router" have?
"router" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "router" into syllables?
"router" is divided into syllables as: rou · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "router"?
The Scrabble score for "router" is 6 points.
Using “router” in writing
Two-syllable words like "router" (rou · ter) 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, “router” 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 “router”
The letters in “router” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tourer.