How many syllables in “sawmills”?
syllables in "sawmills"
Word details
Syllables
2
saw · mills
Letters
8
s · a · w · m · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “sawmills”
The word “sawmills” contains 2 syllables, divided as saw · mills. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sawmills" have?
"sawmills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sawmills" into syllables?
"sawmills" is divided into syllables as: saw · mills.
What is the Scrabble score for "sawmills"?
The Scrabble score for "sawmills" is 13 points.
Using “sawmills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sawmills" (saw · mills) 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, “sawmills” 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.