How many syllables in “slipperier”?
syllables in "slipperier"
Word details
Syllables
3
slip · pe · rier
Letters
10
s · l · i · p · p · e · r · i · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “slipperier”
The word “slipperier” contains 3 syllables, divided as slip · pe · rier. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slipperier" have?
"slipperier" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "slipperier" into syllables?
"slipperier" is divided into syllables as: slip · pe · rier.
What is the Scrabble score for "slipperier"?
The Scrabble score for "slipperier" is 14 points.
Using “slipperier” in writing
Three-syllable words like "slipperier" (slip · pe · rier) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “slipperier” is worth 14 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.