How many syllables in “newsbreaks”?
syllables in "newsbreaks"
Word details
Syllables
2
news · breaks
Letters
10
n · e · w · s · b · r · e · a · k · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “newsbreaks”
The word “newsbreaks” contains 2 syllables, divided as news · breaks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newsbreaks" have?
"newsbreaks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "newsbreaks" into syllables?
"newsbreaks" is divided into syllables as: news · breaks.
What is the Scrabble score for "newsbreaks"?
The Scrabble score for "newsbreaks" is 19 points.
Using “newsbreaks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "newsbreaks" (news · breaks) 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, “newsbreaks” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.