How many syllables in “vapor”?
syllables in "vapor"
Word details
Syllables
2
va · por
Letters
5
v · a · p · o · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “vapor”
The word “vapor” contains 2 syllables, divided as va · por. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vapor" have?
"vapor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vapor" into syllables?
"vapor" is divided into syllables as: va · por.
What is the Scrabble score for "vapor"?
The Scrabble score for "vapor" is 10 points.
Using “vapor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vapor" (va · por) 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, “vapor” is worth 10 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 “vapor”
The letters in “vapor” can be rearranged to spell one other word: parvo.