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