How many syllables in “sober”?
syllables in "sober"
Word details
Syllables
2
so · ber
Letters
5
s · o · b · e · r
Scrabble
7
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About the word “sober”
The word “sober” contains 2 syllables, divided as so · ber. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sober" have?
"sober" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sober" into syllables?
"sober" is divided into syllables as: so · ber.
What is the Scrabble score for "sober"?
The Scrabble score for "sober" is 7 points.
Using “sober” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sober" (so · ber) 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, “sober” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sober”
The letters in “sober” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: bores, brose, robes.