How many syllables in “airship”?
syllables in "airship"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · ship
Letters
7
a · i · r · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “airship”
The word “airship” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · ship. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airship" have?
"airship" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airship" into syllables?
"airship" is divided into syllables as: air · ship.
What is the Scrabble score for "airship"?
The Scrabble score for "airship" is 12 points.
Using “airship” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airship" (air · ship) 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, “airship” 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.