How many syllables in “wadder”?
syllables in "wadder"
Word details
Syllables
2
wad · der
Letters
6
w · a · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “wadder”
The word “wadder” contains 2 syllables, divided as wad · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wadder" have?
"wadder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wadder" into syllables?
"wadder" is divided into syllables as: wad · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "wadder"?
The Scrabble score for "wadder" is 11 points.
Using “wadder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wadder" (wad · der) 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, “wadder” is worth 11 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 “wadder”
The letters in “wadder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: warded.