How many syllables in “slander”?
syllables in "slander"
Word details
Syllables
2
slan · der
Letters
7
s · l · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “slander”
The word “slander” contains 2 syllables, divided as slan · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slander" have?
"slander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slander" into syllables?
"slander" is divided into syllables as: slan · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "slander"?
The Scrabble score for "slander" is 8 points.
Using “slander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slander" (slan · der) 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, “slander” is worth 8 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 “slander”
The letters in “slander” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: darnels, landers, snarled.