How many syllables in “sharper”?
syllables in "sharper"
Word details
Syllables
2
shar · per
Letters
7
s · h · a · r · p · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sharper”
The word “sharper” contains 2 syllables, divided as shar · per. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sharper" have?
"sharper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sharper" into syllables?
"sharper" is divided into syllables as: shar · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "sharper"?
The Scrabble score for "sharper" is 12 points.
Using “sharper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sharper" (shar · 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, “sharper” is worth 12 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 “sharper”
The letters in “sharper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: harpers.