How many syllables in “daydreams”?
syllables in "daydreams"
Word details
Syllables
2
day · dreams
Letters
9
d · a · y · d · r · e · a · m · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “daydreams”
The word “daydreams” contains 2 syllables, divided as day · dreams. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daydreams" have?
"daydreams" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "daydreams" into syllables?
"daydreams" is divided into syllables as: day · dreams.
What is the Scrabble score for "daydreams"?
The Scrabble score for "daydreams" is 16 points.
Using “daydreams” in writing
Two-syllable words like "daydreams" (day · dreams) 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, “daydreams” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.