How many syllables in “sandworms”?
syllables in "sandworms"
Word details
Syllables
2
san · dworms
Letters
9
s · a · n · d · w · o · r · m · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “sandworms”
The word “sandworms” contains 2 syllables, divided as san · dworms. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sandworms" have?
"sandworms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sandworms" into syllables?
"sandworms" is divided into syllables as: san · dworms.
What is the Scrabble score for "sandworms"?
The Scrabble score for "sandworms" is 15 points.
Using “sandworms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sandworms" (san · dworms) 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, “sandworms” is worth 15 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 “sandworms”
The letters in “sandworms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: swordsman.