How many syllables in “washer”?
syllables in "washer"
Word details
Syllables
2
was · her
Letters
6
w · a · s · h · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “washer”
The word “washer” contains 2 syllables, divided as was · her. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "washer" have?
"washer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "washer" into syllables?
"washer" is divided into syllables as: was · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "washer"?
The Scrabble score for "washer" is 12 points.
Using “washer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "washer" (was · her) 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, “washer” is worth 12 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 “washer”
The letters in “washer” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hawser, rewash.