How many syllables in “shower”?
syllables in "shower"
Word details
Syllables
2
sho · wer
Letters
6
s · h · o · w · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “shower”
The word “shower” contains 2 syllables, divided as sho · wer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shower" have?
"shower" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shower" into syllables?
"shower" is divided into syllables as: sho · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "shower"?
The Scrabble score for "shower" is 12 points.
Using “shower” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shower" (sho · 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, “shower” 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 “shower”
The letters in “shower” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: reshow, whores.