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