How many syllables in “seaport”?
syllables in "seaport"
Word details
Syllables
2
sea · port
Letters
7
s · e · a · p · o · r · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “seaport”
The word “seaport” contains 2 syllables, divided as sea · port. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seaport" have?
"seaport" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seaport" into syllables?
"seaport" is divided into syllables as: sea · port.
What is the Scrabble score for "seaport"?
The Scrabble score for "seaport" is 9 points.
Using “seaport” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seaport" (sea · port) 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, “seaport” 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 “seaport”
The letters in “seaport” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: esparto, proteas.