How many syllables in “veneer”?
syllables in "veneer"
Word details
Syllables
2
ve · neer
Letters
6
v · e · n · e · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “veneer”
The word “veneer” contains 2 syllables, divided as ve · neer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veneer" have?
"veneer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "veneer" into syllables?
"veneer" is divided into syllables as: ve · neer.
What is the Scrabble score for "veneer"?
The Scrabble score for "veneer" is 9 points.
Using “veneer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "veneer" (ve · neer) 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, “veneer” is worth 9 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 “veneer”
The letters in “veneer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: evener.