How many syllables in “millwrights”?
syllables in "millwrights"
Word details
Syllables
2
mil · lwrights
Letters
11
m · i · l · l · w · r · i · g · h · t · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “millwrights”
The word “millwrights” contains 2 syllables, divided as mil · lwrights. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millwrights" have?
"millwrights" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "millwrights" into syllables?
"millwrights" is divided into syllables as: mil · lwrights.
What is the Scrabble score for "millwrights"?
The Scrabble score for "millwrights" is 20 points.
Using “millwrights” in writing
Two-syllable words like "millwrights" (mil · lwrights) 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, “millwrights” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.