How many syllables in “wander”?
syllables in "wander"
Word details
Syllables
2
wan · der
Letters
6
w · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
10
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About the word “wander”
The word “wander” contains 2 syllables, divided as wan · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wander" have?
"wander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wander" into syllables?
"wander" is divided into syllables as: wan · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "wander"?
The Scrabble score for "wander" is 10 points.
Using “wander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wander" (wan · 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, “wander” 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 “wander”
The letters in “wander” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: warden, warned.