How many syllables in “stalkier”?
syllables in "stalkier"
Word details
Syllables
2
stal · kier
Letters
8
s · t · a · l · k · i · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “stalkier”
The word “stalkier” contains 2 syllables, divided as stal · kier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stalkier" have?
"stalkier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stalkier" into syllables?
"stalkier" is divided into syllables as: stal · kier.
What is the Scrabble score for "stalkier"?
The Scrabble score for "stalkier" is 12 points.
Using “stalkier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stalkier" (stal · kier) 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, “stalkier” is worth 12 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 “stalkier”
The letters in “stalkier” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: larkiest, starlike.