How many syllables in “flyblow”?
syllables in "flyblow"
Word details
Syllables
2
fly · blow
Letters
7
f · l · y · b · l · o · w
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “flyblow”
The word “flyblow” contains 2 syllables, divided as fly · blow. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flyblow" have?
"flyblow" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flyblow" into syllables?
"flyblow" is divided into syllables as: fly · blow.
What is the Scrabble score for "flyblow"?
The Scrabble score for "flyblow" is 18 points.
Using “flyblow” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flyblow" (fly · blow) 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, “flyblow” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “flyblow”
The letters in “flyblow” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blowfly.