How many syllables in “screwball”?
syllables in "screwball"
Word details
Syllables
2
screw · ball
Letters
9
s · c · r · e · w · b · a · l · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “screwball”
The word “screwball” contains 2 syllables, divided as screw · ball. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "screwball" have?
"screwball" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "screwball" into syllables?
"screwball" is divided into syllables as: screw · ball.
What is the Scrabble score for "screwball"?
The Scrabble score for "screwball" is 16 points.
Using “screwball” in writing
Two-syllable words like "screwball" (screw · ball) 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, “screwball” 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.