How many syllables in “slicer”?
syllables in "slicer"
Word details
Syllables
2
sli · cer
Letters
6
s · l · i · c · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “slicer”
The word “slicer” contains 2 syllables, divided as sli · cer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slicer" have?
"slicer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slicer" into syllables?
"slicer" is divided into syllables as: sli · cer.
What is the Scrabble score for "slicer"?
The Scrabble score for "slicer" is 8 points.
Using “slicer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slicer" (sli · cer) 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, “slicer” 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 “slicer”
The letters in “slicer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: relics.