How many syllables in “keyboards”?
syllables in "keyboards"
Word details
Syllables
2
key · boards
Letters
9
k · e · y · b · o · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “keyboards”
The word “keyboards” contains 2 syllables, divided as key · boards. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "keyboards" have?
"keyboards" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "keyboards" into syllables?
"keyboards" is divided into syllables as: key · boards.
What is the Scrabble score for "keyboards"?
The Scrabble score for "keyboards" is 19 points.
Using “keyboards” in writing
Two-syllable words like "keyboards" (key · boards) 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, “keyboards” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.