How many syllables in “doornails”?
syllables in "doornails"
Word details
Syllables
2
door · nails
Letters
9
d · o · o · r · n · a · i · l · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “doornails”
The word “doornails” contains 2 syllables, divided as door · nails. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doornails" have?
"doornails" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doornails" into syllables?
"doornails" is divided into syllables as: door · nails.
What is the Scrabble score for "doornails"?
The Scrabble score for "doornails" is 10 points.
Using “doornails” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doornails" (door · nails) 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, “doornails” is worth 10 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.