How many syllables in “airstrips”?
syllables in "airstrips"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · strips
Letters
9
a · i · r · s · t · r · i · p · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “airstrips”
The word “airstrips” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · strips. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airstrips" have?
"airstrips" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airstrips" into syllables?
"airstrips" is divided into syllables as: air · strips.
What is the Scrabble score for "airstrips"?
The Scrabble score for "airstrips" is 11 points.
Using “airstrips” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airstrips" (air · strips) 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, “airstrips” 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.