How many syllables in “daylights”?
syllables in "daylights"
Word details
Syllables
2
day · lights
Letters
9
d · a · y · l · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “daylights”
The word “daylights” contains 2 syllables, divided as day · lights. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daylights" have?
"daylights" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "daylights" into syllables?
"daylights" is divided into syllables as: day · lights.
What is the Scrabble score for "daylights"?
The Scrabble score for "daylights" is 17 points.
Using “daylights” in writing
Two-syllable words like "daylights" (day · lights) 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, “daylights” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.