How many syllables in “warrior”?
syllables in "warrior"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · rior
Letters
7
w · a · r · r · i · o · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “warrior”
The word “warrior” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · rior. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warrior" have?
"warrior" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warrior" into syllables?
"warrior" is divided into syllables as: war · rior.
What is the Scrabble score for "warrior"?
The Scrabble score for "warrior" is 10 points.
Using “warrior” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warrior" (war · rior) 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, “warrior” 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.