How many syllables in “slowdown”?
syllables in "slowdown"
Word details
Syllables
2
slow · down
Letters
8
s · l · o · w · d · o · w · n
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “slowdown”
The word “slowdown” contains 2 syllables, divided as slow · down. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slowdown" have?
"slowdown" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slowdown" into syllables?
"slowdown" is divided into syllables as: slow · down.
What is the Scrabble score for "slowdown"?
The Scrabble score for "slowdown" is 15 points.
Using “slowdown” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slowdown" (slow · down) 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, “slowdown” 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 “slowdown”
The letters in “slowdown” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lowdowns.