How many syllables in “wider”?
syllables in "wider"
Word details
Syllables
2
wi · der
Letters
5
w · i · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “wider”
The word “wider” contains 2 syllables, divided as wi · der. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wider" have?
"wider" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wider" into syllables?
"wider" is divided into syllables as: wi · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "wider"?
The Scrabble score for "wider" is 9 points.
Using “wider” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wider" (wi · 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, “wider” is worth 9 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 “wider”
The letters in “wider” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: weird, wired, wried.