How many syllables in “skinflints”?
syllables in "skinflints"
Word details
Syllables
2
skin · flints
Letters
10
s · k · i · n · f · l · i · n · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “skinflints”
The word “skinflints” contains 2 syllables, divided as skin · flints. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skinflints" have?
"skinflints" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "skinflints" into syllables?
"skinflints" is divided into syllables as: skin · flints.
What is the Scrabble score for "skinflints"?
The Scrabble score for "skinflints" is 17 points.
Using “skinflints” in writing
Two-syllable words like "skinflints" (skin · flints) 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, “skinflints” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.