How many syllables in “slipway”?
syllables in "slipway"
Word details
Syllables
2
slip · way
Letters
7
s · l · i · p · w · a · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “slipway”
The word “slipway” contains 2 syllables, divided as slip · way. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slipway" have?
"slipway" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slipway" into syllables?
"slipway" is divided into syllables as: slip · way.
What is the Scrabble score for "slipway"?
The Scrabble score for "slipway" is 15 points.
Using “slipway” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slipway" (slip · way) 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, “slipway” 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.
Anagrams of “slipway”
The letters in “slipway” can be rearranged to spell one other word: waspily.