How many syllables in “webster”?
syllables in "webster"
Word details
Syllables
2
web · ster
Letters
7
w · e · b · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “webster”
The word “webster” contains 2 syllables, divided as web · ster. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "webster" have?
"webster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "webster" into syllables?
"webster" is divided into syllables as: web · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "webster"?
The Scrabble score for "webster" is 12 points.
Using “webster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "webster" (web · ster) 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, “webster” 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 “webster”
The letters in “webster” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bestrew.