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