How many syllables in “singer”?
syllables in "singer"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · ger
Letters
6
s · i · n · g · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “singer”
The word “singer” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · ger. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "singer" have?
"singer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "singer" into syllables?
"singer" is divided into syllables as: sin · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "singer"?
The Scrabble score for "singer" is 7 points.
Using “singer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "singer" (sin · ger) 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, “singer” is worth 7 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 “singer”
The letters in “singer” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: reigns, renigs, resign, sering, signer.