How many syllables in “scanner”?
syllables in "scanner"
Word details
Syllables
2
scan · ner
Letters
7
s · c · a · n · n · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “scanner”
The word “scanner” contains 2 syllables, divided as scan · ner. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scanner" have?
"scanner" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scanner" into syllables?
"scanner" is divided into syllables as: scan · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "scanner"?
The Scrabble score for "scanner" is 9 points.
Using “scanner” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scanner" (scan · ner) 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, “scanner” is worth 9 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 “scanner”
The letters in “scanner” can be rearranged to spell one other word: canners.