How many syllables in “voter”?
syllables in "voter"
Word details
Syllables
2
vo · ter
Letters
5
v · o · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “voter”
The word “voter” contains 2 syllables, divided as vo · ter. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "voter" have?
"voter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "voter" into syllables?
"voter" is divided into syllables as: vo · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "voter"?
The Scrabble score for "voter" is 8 points.
Using “voter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "voter" (vo · ter) 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, “voter” is worth 8 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 “voter”
The letters in “voter” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: overt, trove.