How many syllables in “setter”?
syllables in "setter"
Word details
Syllables
2
set · ter
Letters
6
s · e · t · t · e · r
Scrabble
6
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About the word “setter”
The word “setter” contains 2 syllables, divided as set · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "setter" have?
"setter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "setter" into syllables?
"setter" is divided into syllables as: set · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "setter"?
The Scrabble score for "setter" is 6 points.
Using “setter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "setter" (set · ter) 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, “setter” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “setter”
The letters in “setter” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: retest, street, tester.