How many syllables in “sleeper”?
syllables in "sleeper"
Word details
Syllables
2
slee · per
Letters
7
s · l · e · e · p · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sleeper”
The word “sleeper” contains 2 syllables, divided as slee · per. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sleeper" have?
"sleeper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sleeper" into syllables?
"sleeper" is divided into syllables as: slee · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "sleeper"?
The Scrabble score for "sleeper" is 9 points.
Using “sleeper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sleeper" (slee · per) 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, “sleeper” is worth 9 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 “sleeper”
The letters in “sleeper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peelers.