How many syllables in “downwards”?
syllables in "downwards"
Word details
Syllables
2
dow · nwards
Letters
9
d · o · w · n · w · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “downwards”
The word “downwards” contains 2 syllables, divided as dow · nwards. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "downwards" have?
"downwards" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "downwards" into syllables?
"downwards" is divided into syllables as: dow · nwards.
What is the Scrabble score for "downwards"?
The Scrabble score for "downwards" is 17 points.
Using “downwards” in writing
Two-syllable words like "downwards" (dow · nwards) 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, “downwards” 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.
Anagrams of “downwards”
The letters in “downwards” can be rearranged to spell one other word: drawdowns.