How many syllables in “shearer”?
syllables in "shearer"
Word details
Syllables
2
shea · rer
Letters
7
s · h · e · a · r · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “shearer”
The word “shearer” contains 2 syllables, divided as shea · rer. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shearer" have?
"shearer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shearer" into syllables?
"shearer" is divided into syllables as: shea · rer.
What is the Scrabble score for "shearer"?
The Scrabble score for "shearer" is 10 points.
Using “shearer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shearer" (shea · rer) 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, “shearer” is worth 10 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 “shearer”
The letters in “shearer” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hearers, rehears.