How many syllables in “sweeper”?
syllables in "sweeper"
Word details
Syllables
2
swee · per
Letters
7
s · w · e · e · p · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sweeper”
The word “sweeper” contains 2 syllables, divided as swee · per. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sweeper" have?
"sweeper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sweeper" into syllables?
"sweeper" is divided into syllables as: swee · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "sweeper"?
The Scrabble score for "sweeper" is 12 points.
Using “sweeper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sweeper" (swee · 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, “sweeper” is worth 12 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 “sweeper”
The letters in “sweeper” can be rearranged to spell one other word: weepers.