How many syllables in “stealer”?
syllables in "stealer"
Word details
Syllables
2
stea · ler
Letters
7
s · t · e · a · l · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “stealer”
The word “stealer” contains 2 syllables, divided as stea · ler. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stealer" have?
"stealer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stealer" into syllables?
"stealer" is divided into syllables as: stea · ler.
What is the Scrabble score for "stealer"?
The Scrabble score for "stealer" is 7 points.
Using “stealer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stealer" (stea · ler) 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, “stealer” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “stealer”
The letters in “stealer” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: elaters, realest, relates, reslate.