How many syllables in “playdown”?
syllables in "playdown"
Word details
Syllables
2
play · down
Letters
8
p · l · a · y · d · o · w · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “playdown”
The word “playdown” contains 2 syllables, divided as play · down. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "playdown" have?
"playdown" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "playdown" into syllables?
"playdown" is divided into syllables as: play · down.
What is the Scrabble score for "playdown"?
The Scrabble score for "playdown" is 17 points.
Using “playdown” in writing
Two-syllable words like "playdown" (play · down) 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, “playdown” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “playdown”
The letters in “playdown” can be rearranged to spell one other word: downplay.