How many syllables in “boardwalks”?
syllables in "boardwalks"
Word details
Syllables
2
boar · dwalks
Letters
10
b · o · a · r · d · w · a · l · k · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “boardwalks”
The word “boardwalks” contains 2 syllables, divided as boar · dwalks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boardwalks" have?
"boardwalks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "boardwalks" into syllables?
"boardwalks" is divided into syllables as: boar · dwalks.
What is the Scrabble score for "boardwalks"?
The Scrabble score for "boardwalks" is 20 points.
Using “boardwalks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "boardwalks" (boar · dwalks) 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, “boardwalks” 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.