How many syllables in “scepter”?
syllables in "scepter"
Word details
Syllables
2
scep · ter
Letters
7
s · c · e · p · t · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “scepter”
The word “scepter” contains 2 syllables, divided as scep · ter. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scepter" have?
"scepter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scepter" into syllables?
"scepter" is divided into syllables as: scep · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "scepter"?
The Scrabble score for "scepter" is 11 points.
Using “scepter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scepter" (scep · 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, “scepter” is worth 11 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 “scepter”
The letters in “scepter” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: recepts, respect, sceptre, specter, spectre.