How many syllables in “driftwood”?
syllables in "driftwood"
Word details
Syllables
2
drif · twood
Letters
9
d · r · i · f · t · w · o · o · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “driftwood”
The word “driftwood” contains 2 syllables, divided as drif · twood. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "driftwood" have?
"driftwood" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "driftwood" into syllables?
"driftwood" is divided into syllables as: drif · twood.
What is the Scrabble score for "driftwood"?
The Scrabble score for "driftwood" is 17 points.
Using “driftwood” in writing
Two-syllable words like "driftwood" (drif · twood) 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, “driftwood” 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.