How many syllables in “skeeters”?
syllables in "skeeters"
Word details
Syllables
2
skee · ters
Letters
8
s · k · e · e · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “skeeters”
The word “skeeters” contains 2 syllables, divided as skee · ters. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skeeters" have?
"skeeters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "skeeters" into syllables?
"skeeters" is divided into syllables as: skee · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "skeeters"?
The Scrabble score for "skeeters" is 12 points.
Using “skeeters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "skeeters" (skee · ters) 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, “skeeters” 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 “skeeters”
The letters in “skeeters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: keesters.