How many syllables in “airships”?
syllables in "airships"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · ships
Letters
8
a · i · r · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “airships”
The word “airships” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · ships. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airships" have?
"airships" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airships" into syllables?
"airships" is divided into syllables as: air · ships.
What is the Scrabble score for "airships"?
The Scrabble score for "airships" is 13 points.
Using “airships” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airships" (air · ships) 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, “airships” is worth 13 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.