How many syllables in “sinker”?
syllables in "sinker"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · ker
Letters
6
s · i · n · k · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “sinker”
The word “sinker” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · ker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sinker" have?
"sinker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sinker" into syllables?
"sinker" is divided into syllables as: sin · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "sinker"?
The Scrabble score for "sinker" is 10 points.
Using “sinker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sinker" (sin · ker) 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, “sinker” 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 “sinker”
The letters in “sinker” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: inkers, reinks.