How many syllables in “siphons”?
syllables in "siphons"
Word details
Syllables
2
sip · hons
Letters
7
s · i · p · h · o · n · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “siphons”
The word “siphons” contains 2 syllables, divided as sip · hons. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "siphons" have?
"siphons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "siphons" into syllables?
"siphons" is divided into syllables as: sip · hons.
What is the Scrabble score for "siphons"?
The Scrabble score for "siphons" is 12 points.
Using “siphons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "siphons" (sip · hons) 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, “siphons” is worth 12 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 “siphons”
The letters in “siphons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sonship.