How many syllables in “fuelwood”?
syllables in "fuelwood"
Word details
Syllables
2
fuel · wood
Letters
8
f · u · e · l · w · o · o · d
Scrabble
15
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About the word “fuelwood”
The word “fuelwood” contains 2 syllables, divided as fuel · wood. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fuelwood" have?
"fuelwood" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fuelwood" into syllables?
"fuelwood" is divided into syllables as: fuel · wood.
What is the Scrabble score for "fuelwood"?
The Scrabble score for "fuelwood" is 15 points.
Using “fuelwood” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fuelwood" (fuel · wood) 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, “fuelwood” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.