How many syllables in “friendship”?
syllables in "friendship"
Word details
Syllables
2
frien · dship
Letters
10
f · r · i · e · n · d · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
19
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About the word “friendship”
The word “friendship” contains 2 syllables, divided as frien · dship. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friendship" have?
"friendship" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "friendship" into syllables?
"friendship" is divided into syllables as: frien · dship.
What is the Scrabble score for "friendship"?
The Scrabble score for "friendship" is 19 points.
Using “friendship” in writing
Two-syllable words like "friendship" (frien · dship) 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, “friendship” 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.