How many syllables in “keystone”?
syllables in "keystone"
Word details
Syllables
2
keys · tone
Letters
8
k · e · y · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “keystone”
The word “keystone” contains 2 syllables, divided as keys · tone. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "keystone" have?
"keystone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "keystone" into syllables?
"keystone" is divided into syllables as: keys · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "keystone"?
The Scrabble score for "keystone" is 15 points.
Using “keystone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "keystone" (keys · tone) 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, “keystone” 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.
Anagrams of “keystone”
The letters in “keystone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: keynotes.