How many syllables in “talkier”?
syllables in "talkier"
Word details
Syllables
2
tal · kier
Letters
7
t · a · l · k · i · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “talkier”
The word “talkier” contains 2 syllables, divided as tal · kier. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "talkier" have?
"talkier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "talkier" into syllables?
"talkier" is divided into syllables as: tal · kier.
What is the Scrabble score for "talkier"?
The Scrabble score for "talkier" is 11 points.
Using “talkier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "talkier" (tal · kier) 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, “talkier” 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 “talkier”
The letters in “talkier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ratlike.