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