How many syllables in “slaughter”?
syllables in "slaughter"
Word details
Syllables
2
slaug · hter
Letters
9
s · l · a · u · g · h · t · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “slaughter”
The word “slaughter” contains 2 syllables, divided as slaug · hter. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slaughter" have?
"slaughter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slaughter" into syllables?
"slaughter" is divided into syllables as: slaug · hter.
What is the Scrabble score for "slaughter"?
The Scrabble score for "slaughter" is 13 points.
Using “slaughter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slaughter" (slaug · hter) 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, “slaughter” is worth 13 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 “slaughter”
The letters in “slaughter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: laughters.