How many syllables in “newsstand”?
syllables in "newsstand"
Word details
Syllables
2
news · stand
Letters
9
n · e · w · s · s · t · a · n · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “newsstand”
The word “newsstand” contains 2 syllables, divided as news · stand. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newsstand" have?
"newsstand" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "newsstand" into syllables?
"newsstand" is divided into syllables as: news · stand.
What is the Scrabble score for "newsstand"?
The Scrabble score for "newsstand" is 13 points.
Using “newsstand” in writing
Two-syllable words like "newsstand" (news · stand) 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, “newsstand” is worth 13 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.