How many syllables in “birthdays”?
syllables in "birthdays"
Word details
Syllables
2
bir · thdays
Letters
9
b · i · r · t · h · d · a · y · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “birthdays”
The word “birthdays” contains 2 syllables, divided as bir · thdays. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birthdays" have?
"birthdays" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "birthdays" into syllables?
"birthdays" is divided into syllables as: bir · thdays.
What is the Scrabble score for "birthdays"?
The Scrabble score for "birthdays" is 18 points.
Using “birthdays” in writing
Two-syllable words like "birthdays" (bir · thdays) 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, “birthdays” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.