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