How many syllables in “dartboard”?
syllables in "dartboard"
Word details
Syllables
2
dar · tboard
Letters
9
d · a · r · t · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “dartboard”
The word “dartboard” contains 2 syllables, divided as dar · tboard. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dartboard" have?
"dartboard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dartboard" into syllables?
"dartboard" is divided into syllables as: dar · tboard.
What is the Scrabble score for "dartboard"?
The Scrabble score for "dartboard" is 13 points.
Using “dartboard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dartboard" (dar · tboard) 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, “dartboard” is worth 13 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.