How many syllables in “scrimper”?
syllables in "scrimper"
Word details
Syllables
2
scrim · per
Letters
8
s · c · r · i · m · p · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “scrimper”
The word “scrimper” contains 2 syllables, divided as scrim · per. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scrimper" have?
"scrimper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scrimper" into syllables?
"scrimper" is divided into syllables as: scrim · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "scrimper"?
The Scrabble score for "scrimper" is 14 points.
Using “scrimper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scrimper" (scrim · per) 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, “scrimper” is worth 14 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 “scrimper”
The letters in “scrimper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crimpers.