How many syllables in “shooflies”?
syllables in "shooflies"
Word details
Syllables
2
shoo · flies
Letters
9
s · h · o · o · f · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “shooflies”
The word “shooflies” contains 2 syllables, divided as shoo · flies. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shooflies" have?
"shooflies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shooflies" into syllables?
"shooflies" is divided into syllables as: shoo · flies.
What is the Scrabble score for "shooflies"?
The Scrabble score for "shooflies" is 15 points.
Using “shooflies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shooflies" (shoo · flies) 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, “shooflies” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.