How many syllables in “teacher”?
syllables in "teacher"
Word details
Syllables
2
teac · her
Letters
7
t · e · a · c · h · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “teacher”
The word “teacher” contains 2 syllables, divided as teac · her. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teacher" have?
"teacher" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teacher" into syllables?
"teacher" is divided into syllables as: teac · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "teacher"?
The Scrabble score for "teacher" is 12 points.
Using “teacher” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teacher" (teac · her) 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, “teacher” 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 “teacher”
The letters in “teacher” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: cheater, hectare, recheat, reteach.