How many syllables in “dunghills”?
syllables in "dunghills"
Word details
Syllables
2
dun · ghills
Letters
9
d · u · n · g · h · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “dunghills”
The word “dunghills” contains 2 syllables, divided as dun · ghills. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dunghills" have?
"dunghills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dunghills" into syllables?
"dunghills" is divided into syllables as: dun · ghills.
What is the Scrabble score for "dunghills"?
The Scrabble score for "dunghills" is 14 points.
Using “dunghills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dunghills" (dun · ghills) 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, “dunghills” is worth 14 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.