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