How many syllables in “wader”?
syllables in "wader"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · der
Letters
5
w · a · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “wader”
The word “wader” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · der. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wader" have?
"wader" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wader" into syllables?
"wader" is divided into syllables as: wa · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "wader"?
The Scrabble score for "wader" is 9 points.
Using “wader” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wader" (wa · 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, “wader” 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 “wader”
The letters in “wader” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dewar, wared.