How many syllables in “sportier”?
syllables in "sportier"
Word details
Syllables
2
spor · tier
Letters
8
s · p · o · r · t · i · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “sportier”
The word “sportier” contains 2 syllables, divided as spor · tier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportier" have?
"sportier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sportier" into syllables?
"sportier" is divided into syllables as: spor · tier.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportier"?
The Scrabble score for "sportier" is 10 points.
Using “sportier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sportier" (spor · tier) 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, “sportier” is worth 10 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 “sportier”
The letters in “sportier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pierrots.