How many syllables in “swallower”?
syllables in "swallower"
Word details
Syllables
3
swal · lo · wer
Letters
9
s · w · a · l · l · o · w · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “swallower”
The word “swallower” contains 3 syllables, divided as swal · lo · wer. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "swallower" have?
"swallower" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "swallower" into syllables?
"swallower" is divided into syllables as: swal · lo · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "swallower"?
The Scrabble score for "swallower" is 15 points.
Using “swallower” in writing
Three-syllable words like "swallower" (swal · lo · wer) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “swallower” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “swallower”
The letters in “swallower” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wallowers.