How many syllables in “dreadlocks”?
syllables in "dreadlocks"
Word details
Syllables
2
dread · locks
Letters
10
d · r · e · a · d · l · o · c · k · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “dreadlocks”
The word “dreadlocks” contains 2 syllables, divided as dread · locks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dreadlocks" have?
"dreadlocks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dreadlocks" into syllables?
"dreadlocks" is divided into syllables as: dread · locks.
What is the Scrabble score for "dreadlocks"?
The Scrabble score for "dreadlocks" is 18 points.
Using “dreadlocks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dreadlocks" (dread · locks) 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, “dreadlocks” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.