How many syllables in “firstlings”?
syllables in "firstlings"
Word details
Syllables
2
fir · stlings
Letters
10
f · i · r · s · t · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “firstlings”
The word “firstlings” contains 2 syllables, divided as fir · stlings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "firstlings" have?
"firstlings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "firstlings" into syllables?
"firstlings" is divided into syllables as: fir · stlings.
What is the Scrabble score for "firstlings"?
The Scrabble score for "firstlings" is 14 points.
Using “firstlings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "firstlings" (fir · stlings) 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, “firstlings” 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.