How many syllables in “farmsteads”?
syllables in "farmsteads"
Word details
Syllables
2
farm · steads
Letters
10
f · a · r · m · s · t · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “farmsteads”
The word “farmsteads” contains 2 syllables, divided as farm · steads. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "farmsteads" have?
"farmsteads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "farmsteads" into syllables?
"farmsteads" is divided into syllables as: farm · steads.
What is the Scrabble score for "farmsteads"?
The Scrabble score for "farmsteads" is 16 points.
Using “farmsteads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "farmsteads" (farm · steads) 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, “farmsteads” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.