How many syllables in “blowfly”?
syllables in "blowfly"
Word details
Syllables
2
blow · fly
Letters
7
b · l · o · w · f · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “blowfly”
The word “blowfly” contains 2 syllables, divided as blow · fly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blowfly" have?
"blowfly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blowfly" into syllables?
"blowfly" is divided into syllables as: blow · fly.
What is the Scrabble score for "blowfly"?
The Scrabble score for "blowfly" is 18 points.
Using “blowfly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blowfly" (blow · fly) 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, “blowfly” 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.
Anagrams of “blowfly”
The letters in “blowfly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: flyblow.