How many syllables in “sewer”?
syllables in "sewer"
Word details
Syllables
2
se · wer
Letters
5
s · e · w · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “sewer”
The word “sewer” contains 2 syllables, divided as se · wer. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sewer" have?
"sewer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sewer" into syllables?
"sewer" is divided into syllables as: se · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "sewer"?
The Scrabble score for "sewer" is 8 points.
Using “sewer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sewer" (se · wer) 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, “sewer” 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 “sewer”
The letters in “sewer” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ewers, resew, sweer.