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