How many syllables in “stopper”?
syllables in "stopper"
Word details
Syllables
2
stop · per
Letters
7
s · t · o · p · p · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “stopper”
The word “stopper” contains 2 syllables, divided as stop · per. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stopper" have?
"stopper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stopper" into syllables?
"stopper" is divided into syllables as: stop · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "stopper"?
The Scrabble score for "stopper" is 11 points.
Using “stopper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stopper" (stop · per) 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, “stopper” is worth 11 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 “stopper”
The letters in “stopper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: toppers.