How many syllables in “seashell”?
syllables in "seashell"
Word details
Syllables
2
seas · hell
Letters
8
s · e · a · s · h · e · l · l
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “seashell”
The word “seashell” contains 2 syllables, divided as seas · hell. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seashell" have?
"seashell" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seashell" into syllables?
"seashell" is divided into syllables as: seas · hell.
What is the Scrabble score for "seashell"?
The Scrabble score for "seashell" is 11 points.
Using “seashell” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seashell" (seas · hell) 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, “seashell” is worth 11 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.