How many syllables in “flashlamp”?
syllables in "flashlamp"
Word details
Syllables
2
flas · hlamp
Letters
9
f · l · a · s · h · l · a · m · p
Scrabble
19
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About the word “flashlamp”
The word “flashlamp” contains 2 syllables, divided as flas · hlamp. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flashlamp" have?
"flashlamp" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flashlamp" into syllables?
"flashlamp" is divided into syllables as: flas · hlamp.
What is the Scrabble score for "flashlamp"?
The Scrabble score for "flashlamp" is 19 points.
Using “flashlamp” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flashlamp" (flas · hlamp) 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, “flashlamp” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.