How many syllables in “seagulls”?
syllables in "seagulls"
Word details
Syllables
2
sea · gulls
Letters
8
s · e · a · g · u · l · l · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “seagulls”
The word “seagulls” contains 2 syllables, divided as sea · gulls. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seagulls" have?
"seagulls" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seagulls" into syllables?
"seagulls" is divided into syllables as: sea · gulls.
What is the Scrabble score for "seagulls"?
The Scrabble score for "seagulls" is 9 points.
Using “seagulls” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seagulls" (sea · gulls) 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, “seagulls” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “seagulls”
The letters in “seagulls” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: galluses, sullages.