How many syllables in “snowballed”?
syllables in "snowballed"
Word details
Syllables
2
snowb · alled
Letters
10
s · n · o · w · b · a · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “snowballed”
The word “snowballed” contains 2 syllables, divided as snowb · alled. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snowballed" have?
"snowballed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snowballed" into syllables?
"snowballed" is divided into syllables as: snowb · alled.
What is the Scrabble score for "snowballed"?
The Scrabble score for "snowballed" is 16 points.
Using “snowballed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snowballed" (snowb · alled) 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, “snowballed” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.