How many syllables in “longships”?
syllables in "longships"
Word details
Syllables
2
lon · gships
Letters
9
l · o · n · g · s · h · i · p · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “longships”
The word “longships” contains 2 syllables, divided as lon · gships. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "longships" have?
"longships" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "longships" into syllables?
"longships" is divided into syllables as: lon · gships.
What is the Scrabble score for "longships"?
The Scrabble score for "longships" is 15 points.
Using “longships” in writing
Two-syllable words like "longships" (lon · gships) 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, “longships” 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 “longships”
The letters in “longships” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sploshing.