How many syllables in “blowguns”?
syllables in "blowguns"
Word details
Syllables
2
blow · guns
Letters
8
b · l · o · w · g · u · n · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “blowguns”
The word “blowguns” contains 2 syllables, divided as blow · guns. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blowguns" have?
"blowguns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blowguns" into syllables?
"blowguns" is divided into syllables as: blow · guns.
What is the Scrabble score for "blowguns"?
The Scrabble score for "blowguns" is 14 points.
Using “blowguns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blowguns" (blow · guns) 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, “blowguns” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.