How many syllables in “seafoods”?
syllables in "seafoods"
Word details
Syllables
2
sea · foods
Letters
8
s · e · a · f · o · o · d · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “seafoods”
The word “seafoods” contains 2 syllables, divided as sea · foods. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seafoods" have?
"seafoods" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seafoods" into syllables?
"seafoods" is divided into syllables as: sea · foods.
What is the Scrabble score for "seafoods"?
The Scrabble score for "seafoods" is 12 points.
Using “seafoods” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seafoods" (sea · foods) 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, “seafoods” is worth 12 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.