How many syllables in “snowball”?
syllables in "snowball"
Word details
Syllables
2
snow · ball
Letters
8
s · n · o · w · b · a · l · l
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “snowball”
The word “snowball” contains 2 syllables, divided as snow · ball. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snowball" have?
"snowball" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snowball" into syllables?
"snowball" is divided into syllables as: snow · ball.
What is the Scrabble score for "snowball"?
The Scrabble score for "snowball" is 13 points.
Using “snowball” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snowball" (snow · ball) 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, “snowball” is worth 13 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.