How many syllables in “snowdrifts”?
syllables in "snowdrifts"
Word details
Syllables
2
snow · drifts
Letters
10
s · n · o · w · d · r · i · f · t · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “snowdrifts”
The word “snowdrifts” contains 2 syllables, divided as snow · drifts. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snowdrifts" have?
"snowdrifts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snowdrifts" into syllables?
"snowdrifts" is divided into syllables as: snow · drifts.
What is the Scrabble score for "snowdrifts"?
The Scrabble score for "snowdrifts" is 17 points.
Using “snowdrifts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snowdrifts" (snow · drifts) 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, “snowdrifts” 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.