How many syllables in “airport”?
syllables in "airport"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · port
Letters
7
a · i · r · p · o · r · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “airport”
The word “airport” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · port. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airport" have?
"airport" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airport" into syllables?
"airport" is divided into syllables as: air · port.
What is the Scrabble score for "airport"?
The Scrabble score for "airport" is 9 points.
Using “airport” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airport" (air · port) 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, “airport” 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.