How many syllables in “blackmails”?
syllables in "blackmails"
Word details
Syllables
2
blac · kmails
Letters
10
b · l · a · c · k · m · a · i · l · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “blackmails”
The word “blackmails” contains 2 syllables, divided as blac · kmails. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blackmails" have?
"blackmails" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blackmails" into syllables?
"blackmails" is divided into syllables as: blac · kmails.
What is the Scrabble score for "blackmails"?
The Scrabble score for "blackmails" is 20 points.
Using “blackmails” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blackmails" (blac · kmails) 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, “blackmails” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.