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How many syllables in “airstrip”?

2

syllables in "airstrip"

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Word details

Syllables

2

air · strip

Letters

8

a · i · r · s · t · r · i · p

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
i1
r1
s1
t1
r1
i1
p3

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About the word “airstrip

The word airstrip contains 2 syllables, divided as air · strip. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "airstrip" have?

"airstrip" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "airstrip" into syllables?

"airstrip" is divided into syllables as: air · strip.

What is the Scrabble score for "airstrip"?

The Scrabble score for "airstrip" is 10 points.

Using “airstrip” in writing

Two-syllable words like "airstrip" (air · strip) 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, airstrip is worth 10 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.

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