How many syllables in “screwworms”?
syllables in "screwworms"
Word details
Syllables
2
screw · worms
Letters
10
s · c · r · e · w · w · o · r · m · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “screwworms”
The word “screwworms” contains 2 syllables, divided as screw · worms. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "screwworms" have?
"screwworms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "screwworms" into syllables?
"screwworms" is divided into syllables as: screw · worms.
What is the Scrabble score for "screwworms"?
The Scrabble score for "screwworms" is 20 points.
Using “screwworms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "screwworms" (screw · worms) 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, “screwworms” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.