How many syllables in “scratchier”?
syllables in "scratchier"
Word details
Syllables
2
scrat · chier
Letters
10
s · c · r · a · t · c · h · i · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “scratchier”
The word “scratchier” contains 2 syllables, divided as scrat · chier. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scratchier" have?
"scratchier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scratchier" into syllables?
"scratchier" is divided into syllables as: scrat · chier.
What is the Scrabble score for "scratchier"?
The Scrabble score for "scratchier" is 17 points.
Using “scratchier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scratchier" (scrat · chier) 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, “scratchier” is worth 17 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 “scratchier”
The letters in “scratchier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: carritches.