How many syllables in “yammerers”?
syllables in "yammerers"
Word details
Syllables
3
yam · me · rers
Letters
9
y · a · m · m · e · r · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “yammerers”
The word “yammerers” contains 3 syllables, divided as yam · me · rers. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yammerers" have?
"yammerers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "yammerers" into syllables?
"yammerers" is divided into syllables as: yam · me · rers.
What is the Scrabble score for "yammerers"?
The Scrabble score for "yammerers" is 16 points.
Using “yammerers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "yammerers" (yam · me · rers) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “yammerers” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.