How many syllables in “splinters”?
syllables in "splinters"
Word details
Syllables
2
splin · ters
Letters
9
s · p · l · i · n · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “splinters”
The word “splinters” contains 2 syllables, divided as splin · ters. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "splinters" have?
"splinters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "splinters" into syllables?
"splinters" is divided into syllables as: splin · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "splinters"?
The Scrabble score for "splinters" is 11 points.
Using “splinters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "splinters" (splin · ters) 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, “splinters” is worth 11 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 “splinters”
The letters in “splinters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: printless.