How many syllables in “airway”?
syllables in "airway"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · way
Letters
6
a · i · r · w · a · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “airway”
The word “airway” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · way. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airway" have?
"airway" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airway" into syllables?
"airway" is divided into syllables as: air · way.
What is the Scrabble score for "airway"?
The Scrabble score for "airway" is 12 points.
Using “airway” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airway" (air · way) 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, “airway” 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.