How many syllables in “timer”?
syllables in "timer"
Word details
Syllables
2
ti · mer
Letters
5
t · i · m · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “timer”
The word “timer” contains 2 syllables, divided as ti · mer. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "timer" have?
"timer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "timer" into syllables?
"timer" is divided into syllables as: ti · mer.
What is the Scrabble score for "timer"?
The Scrabble score for "timer" is 7 points.
Using “timer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "timer" (ti · mer) 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, “timer” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “timer”
The letters in “timer” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: merit, miter, mitre, remit.