How many syllables in “doorsteps”?
syllables in "doorsteps"
Word details
Syllables
2
door · steps
Letters
9
d · o · o · r · s · t · e · p · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “doorsteps”
The word “doorsteps” contains 2 syllables, divided as door · steps. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doorsteps" have?
"doorsteps" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doorsteps" into syllables?
"doorsteps" is divided into syllables as: door · steps.
What is the Scrabble score for "doorsteps"?
The Scrabble score for "doorsteps" is 12 points.
Using “doorsteps” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doorsteps" (door · steps) 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, “doorsteps” is worth 12 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.