How many syllables in “yearners”?
syllables in "yearners"
Word details
Syllables
2
year · ners
Letters
8
y · e · a · r · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “yearners”
The word “yearners” contains 2 syllables, divided as year · ners. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yearners" have?
"yearners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "yearners" into syllables?
"yearners" is divided into syllables as: year · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "yearners"?
The Scrabble score for "yearners" is 11 points.
Using “yearners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "yearners" (year · ners) 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, “yearners” is worth 11 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.