How many syllables in “lowdowns”?
syllables in "lowdowns"
Word details
Syllables
2
low · downs
Letters
8
l · o · w · d · o · w · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “lowdowns”
The word “lowdowns” contains 2 syllables, divided as low · downs. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lowdowns" have?
"lowdowns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lowdowns" into syllables?
"lowdowns" is divided into syllables as: low · downs.
What is the Scrabble score for "lowdowns"?
The Scrabble score for "lowdowns" is 15 points.
Using “lowdowns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lowdowns" (low · downs) 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, “lowdowns” 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 “lowdowns”
The letters in “lowdowns” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slowdown.