How many syllables in “schemers”?
syllables in "schemers"
Word details
Syllables
2
sche · mers
Letters
8
s · c · h · e · m · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “schemers”
The word “schemers” contains 2 syllables, divided as sche · mers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "schemers" have?
"schemers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "schemers" into syllables?
"schemers" is divided into syllables as: sche · mers.
What is the Scrabble score for "schemers"?
The Scrabble score for "schemers" is 15 points.
Using “schemers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "schemers" (sche · mers) 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, “schemers” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “schemers”
The letters in “schemers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: schmeers.