How many syllables in “sputter”?
syllables in "sputter"
Word details
Syllables
2
sput · ter
Letters
7
s · p · u · t · t · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sputter”
The word “sputter” contains 2 syllables, divided as sput · ter. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sputter" have?
"sputter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sputter" into syllables?
"sputter" is divided into syllables as: sput · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "sputter"?
The Scrabble score for "sputter" is 9 points.
Using “sputter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sputter" (sput · 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, “sputter” is worth 9 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 “sputter”
The letters in “sputter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: putters.