How many syllables in “flashlight”?
syllables in "flashlight"
Word details
Syllables
2
flas · hlight
Letters
10
f · l · a · s · h · l · i · g · h · t
Scrabble
20
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About the word “flashlight”
The word “flashlight” contains 2 syllables, divided as flas · hlight. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flashlight" have?
"flashlight" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flashlight" into syllables?
"flashlight" is divided into syllables as: flas · hlight.
What is the Scrabble score for "flashlight"?
The Scrabble score for "flashlight" is 20 points.
Using “flashlight” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flashlight" (flas · hlight) 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, “flashlight” 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.