How many syllables in “fishwife”?
syllables in "fishwife"
Word details
Syllables
2
fish · wife
Letters
8
f · i · s · h · w · i · f · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “fishwife”
The word “fishwife” contains 2 syllables, divided as fish · wife. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fishwife" have?
"fishwife" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fishwife" into syllables?
"fishwife" is divided into syllables as: fish · wife.
What is the Scrabble score for "fishwife"?
The Scrabble score for "fishwife" is 20 points.
Using “fishwife” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fishwife" (fish · wife) 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, “fishwife” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.