How many syllables in “playbills”?
syllables in "playbills"
Word details
Syllables
2
play · bills
Letters
9
p · l · a · y · b · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “playbills”
The word “playbills” contains 2 syllables, divided as play · bills. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "playbills" have?
"playbills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "playbills" into syllables?
"playbills" is divided into syllables as: play · bills.
What is the Scrabble score for "playbills"?
The Scrabble score for "playbills" is 16 points.
Using “playbills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "playbills" (play · bills) 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, “playbills” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.