How many syllables in “poisonwood”?
syllables in "poisonwood"
Word details
Syllables
3
poi · son · wood
Letters
10
p · o · i · s · o · n · w · o · o · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “poisonwood”
The word “poisonwood” contains 3 syllables, divided as poi · son · wood. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poisonwood" have?
"poisonwood" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "poisonwood" into syllables?
"poisonwood" is divided into syllables as: poi · son · wood.
What is the Scrabble score for "poisonwood"?
The Scrabble score for "poisonwood" is 16 points.
Using “poisonwood” in writing
Three-syllable words like "poisonwood" (poi · son · wood) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “poisonwood” 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.