How many syllables in “biweeklies”?
syllables in "biweeklies"
Word details
Syllables
3
bi · week · lies
Letters
10
b · i · w · e · e · k · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “biweeklies”
The word “biweeklies” contains 3 syllables, divided as bi · week · lies. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "biweeklies" have?
"biweeklies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "biweeklies" into syllables?
"biweeklies" is divided into syllables as: bi · week · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "biweeklies"?
The Scrabble score for "biweeklies" is 19 points.
Using “biweeklies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "biweeklies" (bi · week · lies) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “biweeklies” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.