How many syllables in “firstborns”?
syllables in "firstborns"
Word details
Syllables
2
fir · stborns
Letters
10
f · i · r · s · t · b · o · r · n · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “firstborns”
The word “firstborns” contains 2 syllables, divided as fir · stborns. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "firstborns" have?
"firstborns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "firstborns" into syllables?
"firstborns" is divided into syllables as: fir · stborns.
What is the Scrabble score for "firstborns"?
The Scrabble score for "firstborns" is 15 points.
Using “firstborns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "firstborns" (fir · stborns) 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, “firstborns” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.