How many syllables in “deadweights”?
syllables in "deadweights"
Word details
Syllables
2
dead · weights
Letters
11
d · e · a · d · w · e · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “deadweights”
The word “deadweights” contains 2 syllables, divided as dead · weights. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deadweights" have?
"deadweights" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deadweights" into syllables?
"deadweights" is divided into syllables as: dead · weights.
What is the Scrabble score for "deadweights"?
The Scrabble score for "deadweights" is 20 points.
Using “deadweights” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deadweights" (dead · weights) 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, “deadweights” 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.