How many syllables in “railway”?
syllables in "railway"
Word details
Syllables
2
rail · way
Letters
7
r · a · i · l · w · a · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “railway”
The word “railway” contains 2 syllables, divided as rail · way. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "railway" have?
"railway" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "railway" into syllables?
"railway" is divided into syllables as: rail · way.
What is the Scrabble score for "railway"?
The Scrabble score for "railway" is 13 points.
Using “railway” in writing
Two-syllable words like "railway" (rail · way) 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, “railway” 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.