How many syllables in “birthday”?
syllables in "birthday"
Word details
Syllables
2
bir · thday
Letters
8
b · i · r · t · h · d · a · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “birthday”
The word “birthday” contains 2 syllables, divided as bir · thday. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birthday" have?
"birthday" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "birthday" into syllables?
"birthday" is divided into syllables as: bir · thday.
What is the Scrabble score for "birthday"?
The Scrabble score for "birthday" is 17 points.
Using “birthday” in writing
Two-syllable words like "birthday" (bir · thday) 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, “birthday” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.