How many syllables in “irksome”?
syllables in "irksome"
Word details
Syllables
2
irks · ome
Letters
7
i · r · k · s · o · m · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “irksome”
The word “irksome” contains 2 syllables, divided as irks · ome. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irksome" have?
"irksome" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "irksome" into syllables?
"irksome" is divided into syllables as: irks · ome.
What is the Scrabble score for "irksome"?
The Scrabble score for "irksome" is 13 points.
Using “irksome” in writing
Two-syllable words like "irksome" (irks · ome) 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, “irksome” is worth 13 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.
Anagrams of “irksome”
The letters in “irksome” can be rearranged to spell one other word: smokier.