How many syllables in “guildships”?
syllables in "guildships"
Word details
Syllables
2
guil · dships
Letters
10
g · u · i · l · d · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “guildships”
The word “guildships” contains 2 syllables, divided as guil · dships. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "guildships" have?
"guildships" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "guildships" into syllables?
"guildships" is divided into syllables as: guil · dships.
What is the Scrabble score for "guildships"?
The Scrabble score for "guildships" is 17 points.
Using “guildships” in writing
Two-syllable words like "guildships" (guil · 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, “guildships” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.