How many syllables in “friendships”?
syllables in "friendships"
Word details
Syllables
2
frien · dships
Letters
11
f · r · i · e · n · d · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “friendships”
The word “friendships” contains 2 syllables, divided as frien · dships. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friendships" have?
"friendships" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "friendships" into syllables?
"friendships" is divided into syllables as: frien · dships.
What is the Scrabble score for "friendships"?
The Scrabble score for "friendships" is 20 points.
Using “friendships” in writing
Two-syllable words like "friendships" (frien · dships) 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, “friendships” 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.