How many syllables in “stingier”?
syllables in "stingier"
Word details
Syllables
2
stin · gier
Letters
8
s · t · i · n · g · i · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “stingier”
The word “stingier” contains 2 syllables, divided as stin · gier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stingier" have?
"stingier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stingier" into syllables?
"stingier" is divided into syllables as: stin · gier.
What is the Scrabble score for "stingier"?
The Scrabble score for "stingier" is 9 points.
Using “stingier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stingier" (stin · gier) 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, “stingier” 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 “stingier”
The letters in “stingier” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: igniters, resiting.