How many syllables in “screwworm”?
syllables in "screwworm"
Word details
Syllables
2
screw · worm
Letters
9
s · c · r · e · w · w · o · r · m
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “screwworm”
The word “screwworm” contains 2 syllables, divided as screw · worm. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "screwworm" have?
"screwworm" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "screwworm" into syllables?
"screwworm" is divided into syllables as: screw · worm.
What is the Scrabble score for "screwworm"?
The Scrabble score for "screwworm" is 19 points.
Using “screwworm” in writing
Two-syllable words like "screwworm" (screw · worm) 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, “screwworm” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.