How many syllables in “flyweights”?
syllables in "flyweights"
Word details
Syllables
2
fly · weights
Letters
10
f · l · y · w · e · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “flyweights”
The word “flyweights” contains 2 syllables, divided as fly · weights. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flyweights" have?
"flyweights" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flyweights" into syllables?
"flyweights" is divided into syllables as: fly · weights.
What is the Scrabble score for "flyweights"?
The Scrabble score for "flyweights" is 23 points.
Using “flyweights” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flyweights" (fly · weights) 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, “flyweights” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.