How many syllables in “passports”?
syllables in "passports"
Word details
Syllables
2
pas · sports
Letters
9
p · a · s · s · p · o · r · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “passports”
The word “passports” contains 2 syllables, divided as pas · sports. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "passports" have?
"passports" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "passports" into syllables?
"passports" is divided into syllables as: pas · sports.
What is the Scrabble score for "passports"?
The Scrabble score for "passports" is 13 points.
Using “passports” in writing
Two-syllable words like "passports" (pas · sports) 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, “passports” 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.