How many syllables in “millstone”?
syllables in "millstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
mills · tone
Letters
9
m · i · l · l · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “millstone”
The word “millstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as mills · tone. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millstone" have?
"millstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "millstone" into syllables?
"millstone" is divided into syllables as: mills · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "millstone"?
The Scrabble score for "millstone" is 11 points.
Using “millstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "millstone" (mills · 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, “millstone” is worth 11 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.