How many syllables in “sclera”?
syllables in "sclera"
Word details
Syllables
2
scle · ra
Letters
6
s · c · l · e · r · a
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “sclera”
The word “sclera” contains 2 syllables, divided as scle · ra. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sclera" have?
"sclera" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sclera" into syllables?
"sclera" is divided into syllables as: scle · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "sclera"?
The Scrabble score for "sclera" is 8 points.
Using “sclera” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sclera" (scle · ra) 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, “sclera” is worth 8 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 “sclera”
The letters in “sclera” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: carles, clears, lacers, scaler.