How many syllables in “roadless”?
syllables in "roadless"
Word details
Syllables
2
road · less
Letters
8
r · o · a · d · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “roadless”
The word “roadless” contains 2 syllables, divided as road · less. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roadless" have?
"roadless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "roadless" into syllables?
"roadless" is divided into syllables as: road · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "roadless"?
The Scrabble score for "roadless" is 9 points.
Using “roadless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "roadless" (road · less) 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, “roadless” is worth 9 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.