How many syllables in “breathless”?
syllables in "breathless"
Word details
Syllables
2
breat · hless
Letters
10
b · r · e · a · t · h · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “breathless”
The word “breathless” contains 2 syllables, divided as breat · hless. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathless" have?
"breathless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breathless" into syllables?
"breathless" is divided into syllables as: breat · hless.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathless"?
The Scrabble score for "breathless" is 15 points.
Using “breathless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breathless" (breat · hless) 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, “breathless” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.