How many syllables in “newsstands”?
syllables in "newsstands"
Word details
Syllables
2
news · stands
Letters
10
n · e · w · s · s · t · a · n · d · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “newsstands”
The word “newsstands” contains 2 syllables, divided as news · stands. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newsstands" have?
"newsstands" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "newsstands" into syllables?
"newsstands" is divided into syllables as: news · stands.
What is the Scrabble score for "newsstands"?
The Scrabble score for "newsstands" is 14 points.
Using “newsstands” in writing
Two-syllable words like "newsstands" (news · stands) 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, “newsstands” is worth 14 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.