How many syllables in “weaker”?
syllables in "weaker"
Word details
Syllables
2
wea · ker
Letters
6
w · e · a · k · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “weaker”
The word “weaker” contains 2 syllables, divided as wea · ker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weaker" have?
"weaker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weaker" into syllables?
"weaker" is divided into syllables as: wea · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "weaker"?
The Scrabble score for "weaker" is 13 points.
Using “weaker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weaker" (wea · ker) 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, “weaker” is worth 13 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 “weaker”
The letters in “weaker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rewake.