How many syllables in “goodwills”?
syllables in "goodwills"
Word details
Syllables
2
good · wills
Letters
9
g · o · o · d · w · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “goodwills”
The word “goodwills” contains 2 syllables, divided as good · wills. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goodwills" have?
"goodwills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goodwills" into syllables?
"goodwills" is divided into syllables as: good · wills.
What is the Scrabble score for "goodwills"?
The Scrabble score for "goodwills" is 14 points.
Using “goodwills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goodwills" (good · wills) 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, “goodwills” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.